South Yorkshire Key Route Network and Mayoral Power of Direction
October 27, 2026 Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Mayoral Combined Authority Board of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Council approved the designation of roads as the South Yorkshire Key Route Network on 27 October 2026. The Board noted the roles and responsibilities for maintenance, operation, and improvement of the network. They also supported a review approach and noted the Mayoral Power of Direction.
Full council record
Decision
That the Board:
- Approved the designation of the roads set out in Appendix B and Appendix C as the SYKRN.
- Noted the respective roles and responsibilities of the Local Highway Authorities and SYMCA in the maintenance, operation and improvement of the SYKRN.
- Supported the proposed approach to reviewing the SYKRN, including a full evidence-based review every five years and updates at points of significant change, with any amendments to which roads are included in the SYKRN being subject to Mayoral decision at SYMCA Board.
- Noted the Mayoral Power of Direction for use as a last resort.
Related Meeting
Mayoral Combined Authority Board - Tuesday, 27th October, 2026 3.30 pm on October 27, 2026
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 27 Oct 2026 |