Transport Committee issues government response to taxis report
The Transport Committee has published the government’s response to its report on the licensing of taxis and private hire vehicles. The report was published in June, amid concern about fragmented regulation that varies from one area of the country to another. The government had announced in November 2025 that it would legislate to introduce national minimum […]
Hull installs innovative technology to support fire service response
Hull City Council has introduced a new intelligent traffic camera system at the junction of Rosmead Street and Southcoates Lane, to support east Hull fire station. Working in partnership with Humberside Fire and Rescue Service and SWARCO, a traffic technology and intelligent transport systems specialist, the council has installed a Bernard smart camera to support […]
City of London Police launches ‘Sin Bin’ for cyclists that jump red lights
The City of London Police has revealed a new approach to addressing cyclists who ignore red lights. The force created a ‘Sin Bin’ at the side of the road where cyclists caught going through red lights were offered the opportunity to watch a road safety film instead of being fined, reports Bike Radar. “The film […]
Havering latest council to approve Lane Rental Scheme
The London Borough of Havering’s Lane rental scheme has been approved by Cabinet. The aim of a Lane Rental Scheme is to reduce traffic disruption by encouraging better planning and quicker roadworks. The scheme will operate alongside the Council’s existing permit scheme, which has been in place since 2013. The Lane Rental Scheme will help […]
PrePass launches PrePass Intelligence to reveal new value from fleet bypass, toll and safety data
PrePass®, the of weigh station bypass, fleet toll intelligence and optimisation, and safety and compliance solutions, has launched the first phase of PrePass Intelligence, helping fleets unlock unrealised value from their bypass and toll activity. The new fleet intelligence capabilities help commercial fleets unlock greater value from bypass and toll activity by surfacing insights that […]