Coventry sets out over £20m investment for greener and more accessible travel across the city
Coventry City Council has announced plans for a major investment of £21 million in the city’s transport network over the next two years. The programme aims to create safer roads, better walking and cycling routes, improved public transport, and the continued provision a range of travel options including increasing electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities. The […]
Dorset Council responds to record number of flood-damaged roads
Priority repairs to flood damaged roads are set to go ahead later this year, as Dorset Council responds to a record number of highway issues. From December 2025 to February 2026, the council recorded a 92% increase in reported potholes, a 54% increase in other road defects and an 83% increase in emergency call-outs – […]
Gravesham firms get help to win work on the Lower Thames Crossing
Businesses from Gravesham have been given a helping hand to win work on one of Britain’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, as the Lower Thames Crossing Supply Chain Roadshows continue across the region. National Highways has now started early work on the Lower Thames Crossing, and with at least £1 in every £3 from the construction […]
Major flood alleviation funding allocated to Rhondda Cynon Taf
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has secured more than £4 million in new Welsh Government funding to continue to develop local flood alleviation schemes, with a total of 24 projects being designed and/or delivered over the year ahead. This significant programme will ensure flood alleviation remains a priority investment area for our communities. This allocation will […]
East Midlands Combined County Authority approves new budget, with more money for transport infrastructure
The East Midlands Combined County Authority has approved a £500 million budget for 2026/27, including a £290 million capital programme, with over 70% directed towards transport infrastructure. The combined authority said that more than £200 million will be invested in transport during the financial year, supported by funding secured through the Government’s Transport for City […]
Major incident declared in Somerset in response to heavy rain and flooding
A major incident has been called in Somerset as agencies step up their response to Storm Chandra. Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and emergency services are working together to support communities following heavy rain and extensive flooding overnight. Although the weather looks drier tomorrow, the risk of flooding on the Levels and Moors remains high […]
Main Spalding to Pinchbeck active travel works set to begin this spring
Works on the main Spalding to Pinchbeck active travel scheme are to begin this Spring, Lincolnshire County Council has announced, with construction expected to continue until late 2026. Cllr Michael Cheyne, executive member for highways, said: “Since our last update, the team has been working hard to progress the project, with a view to starting […]
Wiltshire Council awarded £169,000 from Active Travel England to help encourage more walking and cycling
Wiltshire Council has been awarded £169,000 from Active Travel England (ATE) to support local active travel initiatives that will help more people walk, wheel, and cycle for everyday journeys across the county. The funding was initially granted to the council in summer 2025, but the project designs needed to be approved by ATE before the […]
Peninsula Transport expands team to deliver regional Strategic Transport Plan
Peninsula Transport, sub-national transport body (STB) for Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay, has announced three new staff appointments and welcome a placement year assistant to support the delivery of its Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) 2025 -2050. Published earlier this year, the SIP sets out a roadmap to transform transport within the peninsula. It builds on […]
Another link completed in Somerset Circle active travel route
A new section of the Somerset Circle walking and cycling route has been opened, creating a scenic new multi-user path in the Mendip area. The 1.3-kilometre section links Hamwood Viaduct to Thrupe Lane, providing a traffic-free route for people to enjoy. And a cycling route will be signposted taking riders along minor roads from Thrupe […]