MP calls Hyslop’s A96 stance “an insult”

Scotland’s Transport Secretary has been condemned after refusing an invitation to visit the A96 to discuss funding concerns, claiming her “diary is full”. According to Grampian Online, Gordon and Buchan Conservative MP Harriet Cross wrote to Fiona Hyslop MSP asking to accompany her on a visit along the Aberdeenshire stretch between Inverurie and Huntly to […]

Upgrade plans for cleaner TfGM taxis revealed

Greater Manchester is stepping up its commitment to support locally licensed taxi drivers, with plans to launch a new £4.45m fund to help them upgrade to cleaner vehicles. The proposed Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) Support Fund would offer private hire vehicle owners, licenced with one of the Greater Manchester authorities, a choice of a £5,000 […]

Cumberland Council reaffirms commitment to Brigham/Broughton junction improvements

Following the Highways and Transport Board Strategic Meeting held on Thursday 29 January, Cumberland Council has reiterated its strong support for much‑needed improvements at the Brigham/Broughton junction. The council remains disappointed by National Highways’ decision in April 2023 to cancel the planned scheme, given ongoing and increasing safety concerns at the site. The council warns […]

EMCCA assumes Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire’s public transport responsibilities

The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is now the official Regional Transport Authority for the Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Derby area. EMCCA has taken over responsibility for transport plans and strategies, investment and bus operations (working closely with local bus operators) throughout the region. However, EMCCA is not the Local Highway Authority, so the role of managing traffic […]