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Congestion could be tackled on urban roads with increased funding, according to the Department for Transport.

The government body has stated that the £200 million per year Transport Innovation Fund designed to tackle the problem has been extended by over four years.

It may be that roads with fewer cars on result in a reduced number of accidents, which in turn could see a decrease in the amount of car insurance claims made each year.

According to transport minister Ruth Kelly, new measures designed to tackle congestion will present a positive situation for drivers.

She said: "The measures I've outlined today will tackle congestion in our towns, cities and on the motorways in a creative way which will be a win-win for the motorist."

This came as plans were announced to allow motorists to use the hard shoulder on motorways such as the M1 and M6 during busy periods.