Welsh bus services to be brought back into public control
A Bill to reform bus services in Wales has been passed by the Senedd, putting Wales at the forefront of improving bus services in the UK. The Bus Services (Wales) Bill will transform the way local bus services are planned and delivered across Wales putting passengers first and giving the public sector a bigger say in how […]
Paula Claytonsmith steps down as LCRIG CEO
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG) has announced that Paula Claytonsmith has stepped down from her role as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. “We are extremely grateful for Paula’s commitment, dedication, and the many contributions she has made during her three years with LCRIG,” said the organisation’s statement. “She remains a valued member […]
Croydon Council announces £9m connected transport plan
£9 million is set to be invested in making Croydon a better-connected borough with more transport links. The council has revealed its plans to utilise this money over the next two years to boost the borough’s connectivity, enhance growth, and improve opportunities for all, says the Croydon Guardian. The plans span various areas, aiming to […]
Kent County Council wants views on plans to enforce moving traffic offences
Kent County Council (KCC) is inviting residents, businesses, and road users to share their views on proposals to enforce moving traffic offences at key locations across the county, including Dartford and other major junctions. KCC is consulting on installing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at Junctions 1a and 1b of the A282 in Dartford […]
Stellantis and Bolt partner to advance large-scale deployment of driverless mobility in Europe
Stellantis and Bolt have announced they have entered a partnership to jointly explore the development and deployment of Level 4 (driverless) autonomous vehicles for commercial operations across Europe. The collaboration will combine Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platforms™ – specifically the eK0 medium size van and STLA Small platforms – with Bolt’s extensive mobility network. Bolt currently provides […]
Public support national 20 mph limit, according to TfN survey
New research has suggested that 58% of people in the north of England support the implementation of a national 20mph limit. The research, carried out by Transport for the North (TfN) was undertaken to better understand public attitudes towards road safety and speed management. Between January and March 2025, more than 500 Northern residents were surveyed, says […]
New EV chargepoint rollout approved by Hertfordshire County Council
Thousands of new electric vehicle chargepoints will soon be installed across Hertfordshire after the county council appointed three leading chargepoint operators to deliver a major infrastructure programme backed by over £6 million in secured grant funding. The rollout marks a major step in delivering on Hertfordshire County Council’s Corporate Plan commitment to growing a greener […]
“High risk” Snake Pass set for safety improvements
New speed cameras and motorcycle barriers could be installed on the Sheffield side of the Snake Pass in a bid to reduce accidents and fatalities. According to the BBC, the A57 route connecting Sheffield and Manchester was highlighted by the government as being a “high-risk” road after 169 collisions in five years. Sheffield City Council […]
Telford & Wrekin and Shropshire plan joint action to tackle high A41 collision rates
Telford & Wrekin Council and Shropshire Council have reaffirmed their commitment to working with the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) as part of a joint effort to improve road safety along the A41. An independent review published on 3 October, showed that the route of nearly 30 miles of road and 13 distinct sites, has […]
Heidelberg Materials support innovative programme to build skills in the highways sector
Heidelberg Materials are supporting a new training facility which has been developed by Kenson Highways, in partnership with New City College in East London, to equip the next generation of road workers with the skills needed to build and maintain the network. The collaboration is one of the first of its kind in the UK, […]