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 […]
£27 million North West Transport Hub completion a major ‘milestone’
The completion of a £27 million North-West Transport Hub in Derry has been welcomed. The £27m investment was planned and delivered by Translink, with funding from the EU, the Department for Infrastructure and the Department of Transport in the south and support from Derry City and Strabane District Council. As well as enhanced passenger facilities, […]
Hertfordshire awarded £6.4 million to develop its ‘green travel network’
Hertfordshire has been awarded £6.4 million by the Department for Transport to further develop its green travel network. The funding comes after a successful bid by Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) for a share of the second phase of the Active Travel Fund grant. The grant supports local authorities to create safer, easier-to-use spaces for pedestrians […]
RSTA welcomes focus on local roads in Spending Review
The Road Surface Treatments Association (RSTA) has welcomed the Chancellor’s emphasis on the need for a well-maintained local road network as part of his Spending Review. The National Infrastructure Strategy, underlines how ‘well maintained local roads allow for faster and reliable journeys, boosting local businesses and serving all road users.’ The Strategy confirms the Government […]