Midlands News: 08.04.1960: Construction Begins on the M5 Motorway
Summary
Construction work begins on the first section of the M5 motorway. Interview with the Borough Surveyor of Worcester about the new road which will eventually link Birmingham with Bristol.
Year:
1960
Duration:
0:01:22
Film type:
Black & White
/
Sound
Company:
ATV
Master format:
16mm
Description
Shot of first sod being cut for the M5 motorway and construction work beginning. Interview with Borough Surveyor about the first section of the road which has been planned by Worcestershire County Council and covers Lydiate Ash to Brockeridge Common near Tewkesbury where the road will link with the Ross Spur motorway (the M50).
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No credits specified
Notes
Story number - 2412