M25, junction 28 upgrade plans to go on show next week as part of start of public consultation
National Highways is to start a series of public consultation events to showcase its plans for the junction 28 upgrade on the M25. National Highways will be holding a series of public information events where people will be able to hear more details about the first phase of preparation work, and when this work is […]
Collaborative approach to spatial planning and rural mobility can support better connectivity in the north, says TfN
Collaborative approach to spatial planning and rural mobility can support better connectivity and economic growth for the North of England Transport for the North outlines the region’s shared positions as part of work to revise the Strategic Transport Plan and enhance mobility for people and businesses A collaborative approach to supporting spatial planning and improving […]
TfW trials announcement service for passengers with hearing loss
Transport for Wales (TfW) has trialled a new onboard digital service providing passengers with hearing loss with personalised journey information announcements. The Hearing Enhanced Audio Relay (HEAR) application was successfully tested on TfW trains on the Rhymney – Penarth route for two months, with the aim of improving the journeys of passengers with hearing loss. The application enables […]
New Stevenage Bus Interchange to open at the end of June
The new Stevenage Bus Interchange is set to open at the end of June. The opening will see buses arrive and leave from this date to serve local communities and visitors. From this date, there will be no more services from the existing station on Danestrete. Designed by Stephen George + Partners (SGP), the Bus […]
Women In Transport confirms cross-party support for making women feel safe while travelling on the transport network
Women in Transport has announced the continued support of parliamentarians from across the political spectrum in addressing the under-representation of women in the transport industry workforce, as well as cross-party endorsement for making women feel safe as transport users. Parliamentarians’ support for tackling these issues was confirmed at the Annual General Meeting of the All-Party […]
Stoke-on-Trent City Council starts work on Red Routes across two major roads in the city
Stoke-on-Trent City Council will be starting work on red routes across two roads in the city on Monday 13 June, with the roads being operational and enforceable on Monday 20 June. The work will take place on College Road (Shelton) and Station Road, by Stoke Station. All comments and objections that were received during a […]
York Outer Ring Road scheme progress expected
York City Council’s Executive Committee will be asked to note progress and approve a number of recommendations to progress the York Outer Ring Road Scheme. The York Outer Ring Road scheme, which is led by the Council and valued at £65m, will improve the city’s highway network by reducing congestion, moving car journeys out of […]
Traffic Group Signals launches the world’s first ‘crossover’ portable traffic signal
Bringing together a series of unique features into one sophisticated, wireless solution, Traffic Group Signals is set to launch Evo1 – the world’s first ‘crossover’ portable traffic signal. Marking the biggest ever year of innovation for Traffic Group Signals, the launch of Evo1 creates a new and unique new ‘crossover’ segment in the market in […]
Yunex Traffic adds ‘temporary to permanent’ solution to its Plus+ traffic controller
Following the roll out of its ground-breaking Plus+ traffic control solution to sites across the UK, Yunex Traffic has launched a ‘temporary to permanent’ solution for the system. This allows the permanent Plus+ equipment to be used during the temporary phases of site construction, providing a cost-effective and less disruptive alternative to separate, temporary signals. […]
Delivering a strategy for change in Scotland
The second Delivery Plan for Scotland’s National Transport Strategy has been published, setting out the actions underway for 2022 to 2023 to provide attractive, affordable, accessible and sustainable travel options. The Strategy outlines four priorities for Scotland’s transport system: that it reduces inequalities; takes climate action; helps deliver inclusive economic growth; and improves health and wellbeing. This […]