Dualling work set to begin on A66
Dualling work on the A66 between Penrith and Scotch Corner will go ahead under Government plans. The scheme will complete the transformation of the route between the M6 at Penrith and the A1(M) at Scotch Corner into a full dual carriageway, says the News & Star. Officials say the improved route will boost capacity, cut journey times, and create […]
Kent: Completion date announced for A249 works
Jackson Civil Engineering, the contractors responsible for the Key Street roundabout project in Bobbing, near Sittingbourne in Kent, have announced that the work will be completed this week. The junction, which joins with the A249, is used by thousands of drivers daily heading in and out of the town towards Sheppey, Maidstone and Medway, says Kent Online. Work was supposed […]
Green Party paper outlines 55mph motorway limit plans
The UK’s 70mph speed limit could be reduced to 55mph under Green Party plans to target drivers. A policy paper drawn up by the party has listed proposals to wage what the Conservative Party have branded as a “war on motorists”, according to the Daily Telegraph. The plans include “incrementally” increasing taxes on motoring, reducing the number […]
School streets: Derbyshire primary school reports 92% car use reduction thanks to environmenal campaign
Efforts by parents and pupils at a Derbyshire primary school to cycle or walk to school each day have led to a 92% reduction in car use. Just three per cent of the 240 children are now dropped off by car at William Gilbert Endowed Primary School and Nursery in Duffield near Belper, as families […]
Lincolnshire: North Hykeham Relief Road focuses on efficiency
A major focus during construction of the North Hykeham Relief will be efficiency and keeping disruption to an absolute minimum. Cllr David East, executive member for highways, said: “We have taken a highly considered approach to the construction of the North Hykeham Relief Road, ensuring that safety and efficiency are at the heart of everything […]
No safety driver required: DfT publishes guidance on AV pilot scheme with focus on first responders
The Department for Transport’s Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles has announced that starting from spring this year companies will be able to apply to run commercial services using self-driving vehicles without a safety driver on roads in England, Scotland and Wales. This guidance is to help first responders (blue light services) to prepare for […]
Better Connected: DfT publishes its strategy for integrated transport
Tap-and-go travel across buses, trains, and trams will benefit more cities and towns across England after the Government announced more local powers for contactless travel in its national integrated transport strategy. Better Connected sets out a long-term framework for delivering a more joined up, accessible and user-focused transport system across England. Local leaders are being given the tools to replicate joined-up […]
LGA, CIHT and ITS UK respond to Better Connected local transport strategy
The Government has published ‘Better Connected’, its strategy on integrated transport, committing to eight priorities: simplifying payments and information; providing safe and dependable journeys; making travel accessible and affordable; creating healthier communities; aligning transport and development; championing data and technology; empowering local leaders; and optimising decision-making and appraisal. The strategy has a strong focus on […]
Roadchef accelerates long-term growth with £300m investment and five 75-year lease extensions
Roadchef has announced a new agreement with National Highways and the Department for Transport to secure the lease extension on five of its sites for a further 75 years. The sites where the leases have been extended are Clacket Lane Eastbound and Westbound, Northampton Northbound and Southbound, Sandbach Northbound and Southbound, Strensham Northbound and Watford […]
Romford residents demand TfL action over months-long delay to re-open Gallows Corner
Demands for action have been issued over the delay in reopening the Gallows Corner junction in Romford, prompting residents to call on Transport for London (TfL) to take ‘accountability’ for the nine-month delay in reopening the busy junction. The roundabout was initially closed in June 2025 and was expected to open in September. TfL now hope […]