Plymouth marks Better Transport Week
There will be a chance to look around one of Plymouth’s new electric buses on today as part of an information event celebrating Better Transport Week. The annual national celebration of sustainable travel is organised by Campaign for Better Transport and this year’s theme is connecting communities and bringing people together. In support of the week […]
ADEPT launches new digital academy
ADEPT has launched a new digital academy, set to accelerate digital and data skill development across local authorities. It is a bespoke learning programme that is fully funded by the Apprenticeship Levy, combining hands-on, role-relevant training with expert coaching and community learning. It has been specifically designed to meet the needs of place directors’ teams […]
Hampshire County Council to consider ‘lane rental’ proposals to minimise roadworks disruption
Proposals that could lead to the introduction of a new lane rental scheme aimed at reducing roadworks delays on over 550 miles of Hampshire’s busiest roads during peak times, are set to be considered by Hampshire County Council later this month. On Monday 23 June, the County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways and Passenger Transport, […]
‘Treated with contempt’ – Mobility scooter users demand national call for action
Experts are warning of a growing crisis facing mobility scooter users, as they contend with increasing road dangers and deep-rooted social stigma. Mobility scooter insurance intermediary, Surewise, has joined forces with charities, mobility retailers and academics to urge the Government to act on rising casualties, inadequate infrastructure and the growing tide of hostility and verbal […]