Government tightens the belt on utility companies to avoid ‘plague of potholes’
The Government is to introduce a new performance-based inspection regime that will see the worst performing utility companies whose street works fail to meet strict standards face financial penalties. These companies will go on to be inspected more regularly by local authorities to ensure their work meets rigorous criteria and they leave roads in a […]
Cornwall Council acts on community support for reducing speed limit to 20mph in residential areas
Work has begun to install signs and road markings in Falmouth and Penryn, and Camelford, reflecting community support in those areas to reduce the speed limit on residential roads from 30mph to 20mph. Residents in those areas were consulted on the plans to encourage drivers to slow down by reducing speed limits to 20mph on […]
Gwynedd Council confirms £580,000 spend on road network
More than £580,000 was spent on road maintenance in Gwynedd in the 12 months up to May 2022. Maintenance work included the upkeep of 631 bridges throughout the county, including 338 arched bridges and 96 that are listed and have additional requirements. In addition to this, 1,618 retaining walls throughout the county are also maintained […]
Lancashire County Council names new Executive Director of Growth, Environment and Transport
Lancashire County Council has named Phil Green as its new Executive Director of Growth, Environment and Transport following an external recruitment exercise. With more than 25 years’ experience in local government, Phil joined the authority in 2019 and takes over from Stephen Young, who recently joined Halton Council as Chief Executive. Mr Green said: “This […]
Ealing Council cabinet to consider plan for rapid local improvement which includes transport
Ealing Council’s cabinet will consider proposals for major new investments, including local transport projects, when it meets next week as the council looks to rapidly deliver key elements of the new administration’s plans. Local people voted overwhelmingly to return a Labour administration at the local elections on Thursday, 5 May, and an updated council plan is […]
People in Wales facing transport poverty reality, says Sustrans report
People across Wales are suffering the effects of transport poverty, according to a new report by Sustrans. Making the Connection, a new report published by Sustrans Cymru, has called for urgent action to aid those most in need of support and frozen out of transport options. Making the Connection outlines the stark reality of unaffordable and […]
New protected cycle route opens in Aldgate, London
A new protected cycling link has opened on Mansell Street in Aldgate, connecting two major existing Cycleways Consultations have now launched into the scheme on Mansell Street and the CS8 route between Lambeth Bridge and Chelsea Bridge Investing in walking, cycling and public transport is critical to the sustainability and success of the capital’s economy and the wider UK […]
FM Conway looks to the future with two new appointments to its senior leadership team
FM Conway has further strengthened its Senior Leadership team with the appointments of Matt Tallon and Liz Garvey to the roles of Sustainability Director and HR Director, respectively. Mr Tallon joins the Aggregates and Asphalt senior leadership team into the new role of Sustainability Director and will be supporting the long-term stability of the business […]
Proposals published for improving transport, travel and public spaces in Market Drayton
Proposals for improving transport, travel and public spaces in Market Drayton have been published by Shropshire Council, with local residents and businesses encouraged to comment on which of the ideas they would like to see progressed – if funding becomes available. Proposals include improvements to public realm and crossings on key streets in the town […]
NY Highways reports good start to surface dressing programme
NY Highways has reported a good start to its annual surface dressing programme. This year’s programme, which will cover about 200 miles, will be the first delivered by NY Highways, the roads maintenance company created by the county council last year. NY Highways has employed a new contractor, Kiely Bros. Ross Bullerwell, Managing Director of […]