From Data to Delivery: Real-world solutions transforming our road network
This week on Highways Voices we talk to both the public and private sector about the challenges facing, and the solutions helping, our industry today. We’re at the LCRIG Strictly Highways event in Blackpool to hear fresh insights into how collaboration between local authorities, government, and the supply chain is unlocking new efficiencies and innovation […]
ERTICO and West Midlands rally Europe’s ITS Network for Birmingham 2027
The leaders of ERTICO – ITS Europe and the West Midlands team organising and hosting the 2027 Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress have emphasised to Europe’s network of national ITS Associations that their valuable cooperation and active participation is crucial for the event. Around 15,000 participants from across the globe are expected at the Congress […]
DfT and Transport Scotland issue Blue Badge renewal warning
Blue Badge holders across the UK have been given a warning that they could be hit with a fine of up to £1,000 if they fail to apply for a new disabled parking permit 12 weeks before their current one runs out, says the Liverpool Echo. Latest data from the Department for Transport and Transport […]
Licence plate rules tightened – non-compliance could lead to MoT failure
Motorists are being urged to check their number plates as the DVLA rolls out new enforcement rules and upgraded roadside cameras. Drivers could now face fines of up to £1,000 or even an MoT failure if their plate is tinted, mis-spaced, cracked, or features a custom font. According to Kent Live, the new checks are […]
Queensland’s Gold Coast set to welcome ITS Australia Summit with day three Careers Expo
The ITS Australia Summit returns to the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre from 19–21 November and Highways News co-founder Paul Hutton will be there, creating podccasts, sponsored by TomTom, Westcotec, AGD Systems and Nicander and IntegrateITS. Backed by the Queensland Government and Transport for NSW, this flagship event is the ultimate gathering for the […]
‘Thousands of jobs secured’ as Welcome Break extends lease on eight motorway sites
Motorway services giant Welcome Break has completed an agreement with National Highways and the Department for Transport to extend the lease at eight of its sites for a further 75 years. According to Insider Media, the eight sites are on land owned by National Highways, England’s Strategic Road Network operator, and the new agreement will […]
National Highways improving M5 safety with Somerset drainage scheme
National Highways will be starting a scheme later this month to tackle flooding issues and improve safety for motorists on the M5 in Somerset. A £5.9 million programme of work has been designed to improve drainage and alleviate flooding on the verges and carriageway near junction 26 for Wellington, reducing the likelihood of future wet […]
East Midlands traffic officer’s drive to get children on board with road safety
National Highways traffic officer Gemmanesse Plant has found a fun and engaging way to share her road safety messages at events thanks to a fleet of mini traffic vehicles she’s created in her spare time. Gemmanesse, who has worked as a traffic officer in Nottinghamshire for two years, regularly visits community events to offer up […]
Gatwick taxi drivers protest at Uber ‘swerving’ licensing laws
Gatwick taxi drivers have staged a protest at the airport over Uber’s swerving of licensing laws that is crippling local trade, according to Unite. In a statement Unite says that Uber has an unfair advantage over Crawley’s private hire taxis because it can circumvent the local authority’s licensing laws, resulting in Uber cars registered in […]
Rennicks to unveil next-generation radar technology
Rennicks will unveil the new Houston Radar PX150 – a next-generation multi-lane tracking radar – at Highways UK next week at the NEC, Birmingham (Stand C12). The PX150 represents a significant step forward in intelligent traffic detection and monitoring, combining advanced radar precision with integrated HD video to deliver reliable, real-time insights for a wide […]