IHE restricts subscriptions increase to 2.5%
The Institute of Highway Engineers has decided not to increase its subscriptions by the inflation rate, instead capping rises to 2.5% It says that with the concerning news about increased prices and the unprecedented rises in the rate of inflation, it knows many members will be very worried about the impact of rising costs, including […]
Glasgow defaults to 20mph limit
Glasgow is set to become a default 20mph city as the city’s council prepare a £4.5m plan to slow down drivers on residential streets. STV news reports the roll-out of 20mph streets is due to come into force by 2024 to 2025 with the limit to be considered the normal speed across neighbourhoods. It could […]
National Highways may “rethink” roadworks
National Highways says it will reconsider how it manages roadworks on a stretch of the M6 near Lancaster after drivers reported being stuck in queues for 12 hours over the weekend. Lancs Live reports a spokesperson told it bosses “might consider” changing the way the roadworks are being implemented and the diversion route after the […]
Work from home plea in Edinburgh as huge crowds turn out for Queen Elizabeth II
The Scottish Government has asked people who work in Edinburgh to work from home today if they can as the streets are expected to be packed with mourners paying their respects to The Queen on her journey from St Giles’ Cathedral (pictured) to Edinburgh Airport. Peoplenot wishing to pay their respects in person are being […]
Aurrigo gives more details of flotation plans
The autonomous vehicle technology solutions company Aurrigo has given more details on its plans to list on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange as it looks to accelerate growth across its aviation division. It says the company, which was formed 29 years ago by brothers David (pictured) and Graham Keene, has raised £8m […]
Kent County Council decides not to continue with trial of e-scooters after accident
Councillors in Kent have turned down the chance to continue e-scooter trials, following a serious injury. E-scooters are expected to be banned on Kent roads by December 1st this year. This is after a 80-year old lady suffered a crack jaw when she was knocked to the floor by a e-scooter rider. The e-scooter trial, […]
