Wigan Council calls for urgent action to improve Leigh’s transport connectivity
An urgent plea for improved transport links for Leigh has been backed by members of Wigan Council. A motion submitted by deputy leader Councillor Keith Cunliffe calling for better connectivity was presented at the most recent meeting of the Full Council. It means Wigan Council will ask Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and the new […]
National Highways unveils further safety investment in Cornwall’s roads
National Highways is working towards improving road safety in Cornwall with junction improvement schemes on both the A30 and A38. The company, responsible for England’s major A roads and motorways, is currently putting the finishing touches to the A38 Saltash Tunnel upgrade and the A30 Chiverton to Carland Cross upgrade, which removed the old Chiverton […]
Oxfordshire bids to Government for Donnington Bridge repairs funds
Oxfordshire County Council has submitted a bid to government to help secure the future of an important bridge in the south of Oxford. Donnington Bridge has operated under a weight restriction since summer 2024 after deterioration was detected in inspections. It forms part of Oxford’s inner orbital route (B4495) and is one of a limited […]
Northampton Active Travel scheme paused after tree damage sparks protest
West Northamptonshire Council has paused part of the construction work on a new Active Travel route after residents protested over damage to a mature tree. In June, the council began the second phase of its £4.7 million Abington Active Travel scheme, improving walking, cycling and wheeling routes along Park Avenue South and Bridgewater Drive, says […]
Staffordshire launches investigation works to help plan future A519 improvements
Investigation work will start this week on the A519 Newcastle Road between Cotes Heath and Mill Meece in Staffordshire. The County Council is carrying out the work to help plan future repairs and improvements on this busy road. The work began yesterday (Thursday 6 August) and is expected to take around two months. Crews will […]