TRL hosting essential discussion on how better regulation can unlock the full potential of micromobility
TRL is reminding mobility experts about the invitation to its next knowledge-sharing webinar about Unlocking Micromobility: The Path to Better Regulation, which takes place on 3 April. The discussion will explore possible future paths to micromobility regulation in the UK and Europe, hearing from TRL experts George Beard and Ianto Guy and Mark Urbanowski from […]
Essex County Council issues statement on Lower Thames Crossing
After the Government announced that the Lower Thames Crossing project had been granted planning approval. Essex County Council issued a largely positive statement on the potential impacts of the £10 billion scheme. Councillor Louise McKinlay, Essex County Council Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Communities, Economic Growth and Prosperity, said: “The Lower Thames Crossing project is […]
RoToF 2025: Industry leaders gather to shape the future of road tunnel safety
The 2025 Road Tunnel Operators Forum (RoTOF) took centre stage at Liverpool’s Titanic Hotel on 18-19 March, bringing together leading voices in tunnel safety, operations, and technology. Hosted by Dalkia, a recognised leader in road tunnel infrastructure, the two-day event provided a vital platform for experts, policymakers, and suppliers to explore the latest advancements shaping […]
Industry responds to Government’s Spring Statement
In the wake of the Government’s Spring Statement, delivered yesterday by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the highways sector has issued some pertinent responses. Beatrice Barleon, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, EngineeringUK, commented: “The Chancellor’s recognition of the importance of investing in skills through a new training package for up to 60,000 new construction workers is […]
Final call to nominate an apprentice for a DfT Award
The DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards, taking place at the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival on 2 July 2025, shine a spotlight on apprentices who are going above and beyond – whether inspiring others, excelling in frontline roles, or demonstrating outstanding skill and growth. With just a few days to go until the entry deadline, now is the time to nominate an apprentice […]
Major Tamworth highways project nears completion
A £1.2 million project to reconstruct a key route running through Tamworth town centre remains on track to complete next month. The Staffordshire County Council highways scheme, at the B5493 Aldergate and A513 Upper Gungate, is seeing the resurfacing of the road between Lichfield Street and Comberford Road. Work also includes improvements to a section of […]
M49 link road lighting upgrade completed
CU Phosco, in partnership with Mway Comms, has successfully upgraded the lighting along the M49 link road in Gloucestershire, replacing outdated SON lighting with advanced P862 LED luminaires. This project, initiated by National Highways, is part of a £126m Nationwide Project aimed at significantly improving energy efficiency, safety, and greatly decreasing the CO2 footprint of […]
Santander Cycles scheme to double Day Pass ride time from April
TfL and Santander are making significant improvements to the Santander Cycles scheme by doubling the day pass ride time and reducing the price of hiring an e-bike. The changes will help to make cycling more accessible to Londoners and tourists and provide them with affordable and green methods of travelling across the capital. Lack of […]
Milestone Infrastructure completes Surrey LED rollout
Milestone Infrastructure, a part of M Group Services, has completed its energy-saving LED street lighting rollout on behalf of Surrey County Council. Milestone’s Street Lighting Team has converted 89,000 LED Lanterns across the network, as part of the project, which commenced in 2020. Working with Surrey County Council to bring increased environmental improvements to the […]
Leicester: Latest stage of Narborough Road highway improvements to begin
The latest phase in a rolling programme of repairs and improvements to pavements and road surfaces along Narborough Road in Leicester will get under way this weekend. Leicester City Council is carrying out the works to spruce up public areas for local businesses and residents. The latest works focusing on the footways on the outbound […]
