Parking solutions provider WPS launches new ‘open and adaptive’ platform
Parking solutions provider WPS has brought radical new thinking to the parking sector by developing a more sustainable approach that removes the need of additional proprietary equipment to deliver an efficient service. WPS has developed the new platform that brings together existing and new equipment, both its own and third party, software applications and operator […]
Government launches new consultations to make it easier for local authorities to tackle air quality
The Government has launched two consultations on proposals to make it easier for local authorities to tackle poor air quality in their areas. This builds on wider action to tackle air quality, including the recent announcement of £11.6m for local authorities to deliver projects to improve air quality and the recent launch of a consultation […]
£2.5 million package announced to help disabled people travel more confidently
The government has announced a £2.5 million package to support disabled people travel more confidently on our transport network as it reopens after Covid 19. The new funding will include £1.5 million allocated to support all 13 Mobility Centres across England roll out a ‘Hubs Mobility Service’. These vital services help people stay mobile after […]
Laying the roadmap for world-leading digital road management and smart mobility
By James Harris, Founder & CEO of one.network With no hint of hyperbole, I can say there’s never been a more exciting time for the highways and streetworks sector I’ve been obsessively involved in for more than a decade. The vibrant marketplace of transport technology providers working with progressive highway authorities reflects a sector full of […]
Costain announced as delivery partner for major transport plans in south Lancaster
Costain will design and deliver a sustainable and innovative road scheme that will transform how people travel around the region, the company has said. Working collaboratively, Costain’s expertise will develop the plans for the Lancashire County Council led project which includes a £100m highways infrastructure programme, a new layout for junction 33 of the M6, […]
Southampton City Council’s latest Local Transport Plan gets approved
Southampton City Council has approved the Council’s three-year Implementation Plan, covering the period from 2022-25 and forming part of the current Local Transport Plan (LTP) Connected Southampton 2040, at its Full Council meeting last week. The Implementation Plan sets out proposals to invest in supporting the growth of Southampton, including the Freeport, and helping support […]
Cumbria County Council starts consultation on improving active travel routes
Cumbria County Council has started public consultation on proposals to improve the cycling and walking offer along key corridors within Cumbria. The Cumbria Transport Infrastructure Plan (CTIP) developed by Cumbria County Council and Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership (CLEP) explains the role of transportation and connectivity in supporting sustainable and inclusive growth in Cumbria. In conjunction […]
UK’s largest hydrogen bus fleet to be run in the West Midlands
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) will run the UK’s largest hydrogen bus fleet after £30 million worth of funding has been approved by the Department for Transport (DfT). This follows a successful bid to the Zero-emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) fund to promote cleaner and greener bus transport and will cover the cost of a […]
Highways enforcement team helping to protect roads and pavements in Southend
The highways enforcement team at Southend-on-Sea Borough Council has been cracking down on residents and developers causing obstruction or damage to the public highway to provide the City with better and safer roads and pavements. The new team is made up of experienced enforcement officers who respond to reports received of obstructions or damage caused […]
Law changes to hit those who use a handheld device behind the wheel
From today (25 March 2022), motorists are breaking the law if they use a handheld mobile phone behind the wheel for any use, including to take photos or videos, scroll through playlists or play games – as the government closes a loophole previously exploited by dangerous drivers to escape conviction. Anyone caught using their handheld device […]