HS2 and road building under scrutiny at new inquiry
HS2 and the building of new roads will be under scrutinty this week at the start of a Transport Select Committee inquiry. The Committee will examine how public transport is changing as a result of the pandemic and the implications Covid-19 raises for the Government’s approach to rail, buses, active travel, air quality, transport decarbonisation, […]
Radical new plan for Hammersmith Bridge
Hammersmith & Fulham Council has unveiled a radical new plan to build a temporary double-decker crossing within the existing structure of Hammersmith Bridge that has been closed on safety grounds since August 13th Working with Sir John Ritblat from Delancey, and world leading architects and engineers Foster + Partners, the council has said that under […]
On-demand ArrivaClick bus service launches in Kent
ArrivaClick, which operates an on-demand bus service, continues its regional growth by adding Ebbsfleet in Kent to its service. Launched in partnership and funded by residential homebuilders Redrow and Henley Camland, landowner of Whitecliffe, Arriva will provide a new flexible bus service that can be booked when required, providing a flexible public transport with the […]
Research proves CO2 reduction benefits of road maintenance
Wide-ranging research has found that keeping roads well-maintained not only saves money but reduces traffic CO2 emissions reports Paul Boss, Chief Executive of the Road Surface Treatments Association (RSTA). Implementing planned programmes of preventative road maintenance is far more cost effective than repairing potholes. It costs £3 to £5 per m2 to surface dress and […]
Sheffield to make major changes to city to prioritise cycling, walking and public transport
Proposals to overhaul cycling, walking and public transport infrastructure in Sheffield have launched as plans for the city centre scheme are shared for public consultation. The proposals, which include the permanent pedestrianisation of Pinstone Street, are designed to make cycling and walking around the city centre easier, and to make bus journeys quicker and more […]
Spending Review goes backwards on cycling investment, says Cycling UK
The Spending Review 2020 is failing to meet its own commitments and objectives for funding cycling and walking in England, with the wider funding package completely at odds with the Government decarbonisation strategy, Cycling UK campaigns manager, Keir Gallagher said. The Government has previously said that it would need to spend between £6bn to £8bn […]
A ‘network of alternatives’ is needed to reduce congestion on M4, says Commission
A ‘network of alternatives’ including improving rail services, cycling and rapid bus provision should be considered to help reduce congestion onthe M4 motorway, the South East Wales Transport Commission has said. The Commission has published its final recommendations on how to help reduce congestion on the M4 motorway without building a bew relief road around […]
Industry associations welcome Spending Review but say investment and delivery needs to continue
The highways and transport sectors associations have welcomed news that infrastructure and local roads spending will increase next year but have said local roads need continuous investment and that delivery is vital. Rick Green, Chair of the Asphalt Industry Alliance said: “Our local roads played a vital role in keeping the country functioning this year, […]
E-scooter trials start in Essex
Electric scooter trials have started in Essex, with the county council working with e-scooter rental company spin. The trials are being done in Colchester, Clacton, and Braintree and overseen by Essex Police, are part of the authority’s Safer, Greener, Healthier transport campaign. The idea behind the trials is to see whether or not Spin, which […]
Devon to manage winter from new control centre
Devon’s highway network will be monitored from a new control centre this winter. Along with its usual preparations for the autumn and winter months, Devon County Council has also relocated its control centre to Sowton in Exeter. The centre monitors Devon’s roads 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Network Operations Control Centre […]