Kent welcomes arrival of Dover’s first fully electric bus fleet

Kent County Council has announced the introduction of Dover’s first fully electric buses on the Dover Fastrack network, marking a significant development in modernising public transport for residents, businesses and visitors. Delivered in partnership with Stagecoach South East and Dover District Council, the project has been made possible through funding from the Department for Transport’s […]

Road Emulsion Association launches local elections campaign

The Road Emulsion Association (REA) has today launched its local elections 2026 cross-party campaign, urging all candidates across England, Scotland and Wales to commit to a long-term, preventative approach tomaintaining the UK’s local road network. As part of this, the REA is championing the environmental, economic and social benefits for all road users, which can […]

Online searches for “pothole claim” surge by 900%

Analysis by Go.Compare Car Insurance has found that online searches for ‘pothole claim’ have jumped to a five-year high, increasing by 900% in just three months. The data shows that while searches typically peak during the winter months, February 2026 has recorded the highest volume since 2021.   Related search terms, including ‘pothole damage claim’, ‘council pothole […]