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3mo ago

Public Rapporteur Recommends Resuming A69 Motorway Construction

The advisory opinion cites potential irreversible consequences of delays, with a court ruling expected by the end of May and legislative action pending in June.

Le rapporteur public recommande la reprise du chantier de l’A69, ont annoncé lundi 19 mai les avocats des opposants. Le chantier, ici pris le 28 février 2025, est l’arrêt depuis février.
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Overview

  • The public rapporteur of the Toulouse Administrative Court of Appeal has advised resuming construction on the A69 motorway, halted since February 2025.
  • The recommendation highlights a 'compelling public interest' and warns that prolonged suspension risks causing irreparable damage to the project.
  • The A69, a 53-kilometer toll road linking Toulouse and Castres, faces opposition over environmental concerns, including impacts on protected species and wetlands.
  • The court will review the State's appeal on May 21, with a decision anticipated by the end of the month, while a retroactive validation law is set for National Assembly debate on June 2.
  • Supporters argue the highway is essential for economic development and connectivity in the Tarn region, while opponents decry its environmental and practical justification.