Fifteen schemes worth £25m have been given start dates while local councils are being invited to submit bids by the end of October for a share of the remaining £55m.

Many of the improvements are expected to be delivered in 2014 and 2015.

McLoughlin, said: “Keeping traffic moving is vital to securing prosperity. By removing local bottlenecks and improving access to local development sites and communities, these schemes will help get people to and from work and power the economy. They also have the potential to help deliver new jobs and homes.

“The Local Pinch Point Fund is already making a difference on the ground. I am pleased that I can today announce a further 15 successful schemes which will receive £25m of funding from my Department.

“These schemes will help alleviate key local bottlenecks around the country, making life easier for the thousands of motorists and businesses who use the local road network every day.”

For a full list of the schemes click here