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 […]
Bringing residents together to make Hackney main roads work for everyone
Hackney Council has launched a new type of engagement with residents, which brings together 22 local people, selected to reflect the diversity of Hackney’s population and range of views, to explore key transport issues in the borough. Participants will take part in four workshops, where they will work through complex issues, hear from experts, and […]
“Cumberland Go” Rolls Out, New Bus Services Take Off
Cumberland Council has announced the launch of several new subsidised bus services and the continuation of successful 2024 routes, delivered in a phased rollout beginning this November. This initiative is part of the council’s ongoing commitment to improving public transport across the region and is backed by £3.55 million in government funding. The new services […]
WJ, Re-flow, National Highwas and Surrey CC among the winners at the Highways UK Excellence Awards
WJ Group, Re-flow and National Highways as well as Surrey CC were among the winners at ast night’s Highways UK Excellence Awards. Paul Aldridge, Sustainability Director at WJ Group was awarded the Laureate-Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to significantly improving sustainability and reducing carbon at WJ Group but in the wider highway maintenance industry […]
Management of Lower Thames Crossing will stay with National Highways, says Nick Harris
The management and oversight of the Lower Thames Crossing will stay with National Highways, according to its Chief Executive, Nick Harris. Speaking at Highways UK 2025 today, Mr Harris said that reports earlier in the week suggesting that the oversight and management of the Lower Thames Crossing will move to the DfT, were not correct.. […]
Wiltshire Council’s latest micro asphalt road treatment programme under way across the county – with much more to come
Wiltshire Council is repairing and extending the life of more roads around the county, with its latest micro asphalt treatment programme under way. Micro-asphalt surface treatment is a fast and cost-effective way to maintain and improve road surfaces. It helps extend the life of roads by sealing them to prevent water damage and by restoring […]
New Kent campaign shines a light on road safety
Kent County Council is launching its annual ‘Be Bright Be Seen’ campaign to help keep children safe and visible on the roads. In partnership with KMFM, the campaign is distributing 25,000 reflective tags to school pupils across the county. These tags are designed to be attached to dark school uniforms, coats, and bags, making children […]
Leadership team completed at Highway Care with senior appointments
Highway Care, the specialist in barrier systems and innovative solutions for road, worker and public realm safety, has completed its new senior leadership structure following the company’s acquisition by Ramudden Global earlier this year. Combining strategic new appointments with the experience of directors that have been embedded in the business for decades, the new leadership […]
Fife Council reports improvements in roads maintenance
Councillors at Fife Council’s Environment, Transportation and Climate Change Scrutiny Committee have heard of significant improvements being made in repairing the Kingdom’s roads. The Roads Maintenance Performance Report for 2024/25 shows a 33% increase in pothole repairs compared to 2022/23, with over 12,000 defects fixed across Fife’s 2,500km road network. The council categorises road defects […]