Hammersmith Bridge won’t reopen to traffic for ‘the foreseeable future’ 

Hopes that a Government fund would support the full reopening of Hammersmith Bridge have been dashed due to a requirement that the repairs be completed by April 2030. Hammersmith and Fulham Council, which owns the Grade II* listed bridge, had looked to secure backing from the Government’s £1 billion Structures Fund, with a Minister previously saying the […]

Kelly Formwork wins £4 million Norfolk Skanska deal

Kelly Formwork has strengthened its position in the UK infrastructure market after securing the A47/A11 Thickthorn Junction upgrade in Norfolk with Skanska. The £4 million job gets under way later this month, says Construction Enquirer, and is aimed at improving connectivity and reducing congestion on one of the region’s busiest strategic road networks. Skanska’s scope includes […]

Pavement improvement works under way across Reading

A programme of pavement improvement works across the Borough of Reading begun this week. Around 160 footways have been identified that can be improved and the Council aims to treat a minimum of 30 this year and roll out a five-year programme to deliver the improvements. The council has carried out improvement works to more […]

Transport Action Network appoints Abby Coften as CEO

The Transport Action Network (TAN) has announced the appointment of Abby Coften as Chief Executive following the founder of TAN, Chris Todd’s retirement from his Director role after seven years. Abby, an experienced Chief Executive and sustainable transport advocate, has over 10 years experience in strategic leadership roles in the not-for-profit sector including for environmental, […]