Operations
The Agency is responsible for operating the strategic road network in England which consists of most motorways and significant trunk A roads. It has a length of 6,500 miles (10,461 km), which accounts for 34% of all road travel and 67% of lorry freight travel. Most lower grade roads are the responsibility of local authorities.
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