Cumberland Council launches survey to help highways team improve services

Local residents are being invited to help a Cumbrian council’s highways team improve its services by taking part in a survey. Cumberland Council has launched the survey so people can share their views on its highways and transport services. The survey gives people the chance to share their experiences and priorities, helping the council understand […]

Reducing the carbon impact of roadworks: Dorset on course for a greener future

One of Dorset County Council’s aims is to ensure that the roads are in good condition, however, maintaining and fixing roads can cause disruption, such as closures and diversions, and it creates carbon emissions, especially when using hot asphalt. Since 2021, the Council have been working with highways maintenance partners, Heidelberg Materials, to reduce the environmental […]

National Highways urges drivers to check tyre labels

National Highways is reminding drivers to check tyre labels when buying new tyres, as they contain information on the performance of a tyre and can help with making informed decisions around what tyre is right for you. Tyre labels, which have been legally required to be displayed or discussed when buying new tyres since 2012, […]