Resurfacing of 11 roads in Shropshire postponed to help council make savings
The resurfacing of eleven Shropshire roads has been postponed as Shropshire Council works to save £62.5m in the current financial year to balance its budget. The roads were due to be resurfaced before the end of March 2025 as part of the council’s annual resurfacing programme. So far this year 24 roads have been resurfaced […]
Travel improvements linking into Bournemouth’s Upper Gardens progress to next phase
Walking, cycling and road improvements in Bournemouth’s Glenferness Avenue area, from Talbot roundabout to Branksome Wood Road, have largely completed, with the next phase of work linking the sustainable travel route into Bournemouth’s Upper Gardens due to start later this month. The next phase of work, which will link the above travel improvements to those […]
Lillian Greenwood suggests long-term funding plan for local and national networks
There will be a long-term plan for both local and the national road networks, according to Lillian Greenwood, Minister for the Future of Roads. Addressing visitors to Highways UK, on day one, Ms Greenwood said that it was vital that the development and improvement of the strategic road network remained a priority for government and […]
Safety, customer experience and an ageing infrastructure-all priorities for the national network, says Nick Harris
Safety, improving customer experience and engagement and managing an ageing infrastructure will be some of the top priorities for National Highways as its enters Road Investment Strategy 3. Speaking during his keynote session on day one of Highways UK, Mr Harris emphasised the importance of safety and customer service at National Highways, highlighting the completion […]
Watchdog calls for action as new research shows drivers don’t trust diversion signs
New research published today by Transport Focus has found that symbols on diversion signs used on roads to show the alternative route to follow (squares, diamonds and circles) are not widely understood by road users yet are widely used. The independent watchdog is looking to work with National Highways to help improve drivers’ experience of diversion routes. […]
The Highways Sector Council Launches inspirational ‘Ways of Life’ Campaign at Highways UK with Minister for the Future of Roads Lilian Greenwood MP
The Highways Sector Council (HSC) has launched its innovative ‘Ways of Life’ Campaign developed to showcase the positive role highways play in our modern lives and the many opportunities there are for rewarding careers in the sector. With the aim of motivating individuals to learn more about highways and consider joining the highways and transport […]
Rees Jeffreys Road Fund announces MSc Bursary Scheme for 2025/26
Charity Rees Jeffreys Road Fund has announced it will be running its Transport MSc Bursary programme once again, for the academic year 2025-26. The Trustees of the Fund are hoping to encourage more people to study for a transport related MSc – both those who are new to the transport sector and people who are […]
Industry-wide adoption of connected and autonomous construction plant equipment would add billions to UK economy
Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, has found that the widespread adoption of Connected and Autonomous Plant (CAP) in the construction and infrastructure industry would have enormous economic and productivity benefits for the UK. Costain was commissioned by the Department for Transport to provide market analysis of wider adoption of CAP – construction equipment that uses […]
CIHT calls for budget to support vital role of UK transport infrastructure
The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) has called for the UK government to provide commitments in the budget later this month to ensure the UK has an effective transport network. Sue Percy CBE, Chief Executive, CIHT said: “Transport is politically challenging, and yet it plays a crucial part in our futures. People need […]
Messagemaker Displays to launch new MS1 and Urban VMS at Highways UK M
Messagemaker Displays will launch two new LED sign ranges at Highways UK this week, taking place on the 16th and 17th of October at the NEC in Birmingham. The MS1 is a highly specialist product for motorway applications, designed to facilitate a quick and easy installation with a variety of existing brackets. The Urban Variable Message Signs […]
