DfT issues call for evidence for the development of automated vehicles regulatory framework
The Department of Transport is seeking views on several sections of the Automated Vehicles Act to support development of the regulatory framework. The framework will include rules, guidance and principles. We are also seeking to strengthen our understanding of accessibility, environmental and cost-benefit considerations. DfT is asking for views on the following aspects of the automated vehicles […]
Better buses, more services: £3 billion boost for millions of passengers
Millions of passengers across the UK are set to benefit from faster, cheaper and more reliable buses after the government announced a £3 billion boost for services and infrastructure. Multi-year funding will give councils the freedom to spend their allocations in whatever way they see fit, whether it is lowering the prices of fares, introducing new routes […]
Bus sector reacts to Government’s £3bn funding boost
The Local Government Association has highlighted the essential role of councils in planning and coordinating bus services, and said that more detail was needed on how this will be allocated. Cllr Tom Hunt, Chair of the LGA’s Inclusive Growth Committee, said: “The LGA has long called for simplified and longer-term bus funding under the control of councils, who can […]
Lincolnshire: 13 contractors win £150m highways framework berths
Lincolnshire County Council has picked a 13-strong line-up of contractors for its new four-year highways framework. Firms selected will carry out general works and major resurfacing jobs worth up to £150m, says Construction Enquirer. The framework will run from January 2026 to January 2030 and is split into three lots for schemes ranging from small […]
Wirral Council awards £13.5m three-year road repair contract to Kiely Bros
Wirral Council has awarded Kiely Bros a £13.5m contract for the next three years for surface dressing and microsurfacing works in the borough. This contract has been awarded to make sure that the council continues to deliver on its statutory duties under the Highways Act 1980. According to an officer report published by the local […]
Construction begins on first phase of West Edinburgh Link
Balfour Beatty has commenced works on the West Edinburgh Link, with an expected completion in Summer 2026. The West Edinburgh Link (WEL) will transform provision for cycling, walking, and accessibility around one of Scotland’s key business parks, whilst better connecting local communities to places of work, retail, leisure, and education. WEL will also link up with key […]
TfL appoints Patrick Doig as new Chief Finance Officer
Transport for London (TfL) has today announced that, following an extensive internal and external recruitment process, Patrick Doig will replace Rachel McLean as managing Chief Finance Officer (CFO) when she retires on 14 February 2026. Patrick joined TfL in 2007 as a financial analyst before securing a number of promotions and becoming a key part […]
Government to provide A66 dualling plans update in 2026
The government said that it will ‘provide an update on plans next year’ for the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine dualling scheme, says the Northern Echo. The project, which will see the final single-carriageway stretches of the A66 dualled between Scotch Corner and Penrith, was given the green light in July this year in a major infrastructure […]
TfWM upgrades lifeline transport services for disabled and elderly passengers
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has upgraded its long-standing demand-responsive transport service – offering thousands of residents a more convenient and flexible way to travel. The changes bring Ring & Ride and On Demand services together under a unified operation – West Midlands Bus On Demand – designed to make the network simpler and easier to navigate, […]
South Staffordshire bridge strengthening work makes good progress
Good progress has been made to strengthen a road bridge in Enville. Staffordshire County Council’s highways crews have been working on reinforcing the Morfe Mill bridge, which sits on Morfe House Lane. This project, which started in October, involves installing a concrete saddle and new parapets and undertaking brickwork repairs and repointing to extend the bridge’s lifespan. It also includes to […]