TfL to restart work on active travel schemes
Transport for London (TfL) has announced that it will restart work on paused schemes to make the capital’s roads safer and more attractive for those walking and cycling, following vital investment being secured as part of the latest funding agreement with Government. TfL was forced to pause some of its investment in walking and […]
Revamp paves the way for even more people to use popular path in East
A scenic route for walkers, cyclists, runners and wheelers has been put through its paces following extensive resurfacing works in East Dunbartonshire. Some 4,500m of the Strathkelvin Railway Path – between Kilsyth Road in Kirkintilloch and Campsie Road in Lennoxtown – has been transformed to provide a smooth surface for local residents and visitors. The […]
Kier announced as one of four contractors awarded major National Highways A66 Northern Trans-Pennine contract
Kier, alongside Balfour Beatty, Costain and Keltbray, has been awarded a £1.3bn contract by National Highways to design and deliver an upgrade to several sections on the A66 between Penrith and Scotch Corner. The four contractors will collaboratively deliver the project, which has been procured through National Highways’ Regional Delivery Partnership framework. It will see […]
Nine-year-old is the first Kendal resident to cross Gooseholme Bridge
Cumbria County Council has welcomed nine-year-old Brodie Lee as the first resident of Kendal, to walk over the new bridge. During Covid, Brodie, then seven, wrote to the Chief Executive at the time (Katherine Fairclough), asking if Cumbria County Council could build a new bridge. Throughout the bridge building process, Brodie (and his parents) have […]
Drivers in Staffordshire reminded to be respectful towards highways workers
Drivers in Staffordshire are being reminded to be respectful to highways workers carrying out maintenance on the roads. The reminder from Staffordshire County Council and Amey follows an increase in the number of incidents where drivers actions have put crews safety at risk. Over 500 incidents have been recorded over the last 12 months. These included […]
A sustainable choice-Traffic Group Signals launches new EVO ACM
Driving forward with its ambitious sustainability strategy to support the country’s move towards net zero, Traffic Group Signals has launched its eco-conscious Evo ACM series. Pioneered as a significant PX upgrade to the established Evo Multi product line, the returned metalwork and electronics are recycled and remanufactured to create a new, modern and environmentally responsible […]
Hampshire County Council selects contractor for M27 Junction 10 upgrade
Hampshire County Council has appointed Volker Fitzpatrick as their design and build contractor for delivering the planned M27 Junction 10 improvement scheme. This marks a key milestone for this significant and complex project which will enable the development of Welborne Garden Village to the north of Fareham. Volker Fitzpatrick and their lead designer, Ramboll, bring […]
New TfGM road safety campaign calls on drivers to ‘See the Rider Not the Bike’
Safer Roads Greater Manchester has launched a new campaign calling on drivers to play their part in ensuring people using a cycle are kept safe from harm. The ‘See The Rider Not The Bike’ campaign uses images of people going about everyday journeys and reminds motorists of the requirement for them to leave at least […]
Oxfordshire County Council extends Oxford’s trial of e-scooters
E-scooters in Oxford are now available for hire 24 hours a day in a move that will help users, including busy shift workers, to keep moving easily throughout the day and night. Since launching, journeys made using the trial e-scooters are estimated to have replaced around 150,000 equivalent car journeys. Councillor Andrew Gant, Cabinet Member […]
Solihull’s new active travel route shortlisted for national award
A new segregated route into Solihull town centre which protects pedestrians, joggers and cyclists has been shortlisted for a national award. The 3km Active Travel route along the A34 to Solihull town centre, incorporating Blossomfield Road, uses Department for Transport funding which was made available in response to the reduction in car use during the […]