Greater Manchester residents and businesses urged to have their say on future transport plans
People across Greater Manchester are being encouraged to have their say on major plans that will shape the future of local transport through to 2050 – before a public consultation closes on Sunday 9 March. The Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2050 and the Delivery Plan (2027–2037) sets out long-term proposals for improving buses, trams, trains, […]
TfL introduces new pedicab regulations
Transport for London has introduced new regulations for pedicabs that will be enforced in stages over the coming year. The regulations will mean that drivers and operators will need to apply for licences for both themselves and their vehicles, while further regulations being made later this month will set maximum fares for pedicab journeys that come into force from October. While pedicabs can provide a unique and green […]
Essex: New speed cameras installed on A414
Work is underway to install new average speed cameras along the A414 in Essex. The Jenoptik cameras are being installed between Chelmsford and Harlow and are part of ongoing efforts to make the road safer. Average speed cameras help reduce serious collisions and improve compliance with speed limits. To keep roadworkers safe while the cameras […]
Winvic secures further four-year appointment on Lincolnshire County Council Highways Framework
Winvic Construction Ltd has been appointed to the Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) Highways Framework for a further four years. Winvic has secured a place on the General Works Lot (£1.5m-£6m), which has a total value of £56 million and will support the delivery of a wide range of highways and infrastructure schemes across the county. The framework covers […]
Amey expands Irish consultancy presence with new four year TII framework
Amey has been awarded a place on Transport Infrastructure Ireland’s (TII) Commercial, Claims Advisor and Professional Services framework, strengthening its growing consultancy presence across the country. Under the four‑year framework, Amey has been appointed as the Lot 1 supplier. As part of this, Amey will deliver a broad range of specialist commercial services for TII […]
Greenwich set to introduce mandatory designated dockless e-bike parking bays
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is working to improve how people get around the borough by proposing designated on-street parking bays for dockless e-bikes, the use of which will be mandatory for riders. This will crack down on dumped bikes that can block the pavement, while supporting safer and greener travel by helping users find […]
Flooding concerns raised over new Monmouthshire active travel route
Flooding on a newly funded active travel path was among the main concerns raised at Caldicot Town Council’s recent meeting. Attendees and members of the public at the meeting on February 3 raised questions about the path near Caldicot Castle, funded by Monmouthshire County Council, which reportedly becomes “flooded”, making it “unusable for periods of the […]
Long-term M8 options to be displayed in Glasgow
Road users and local communities are being invited to view and have their say on early options for the permanent intervention for the M8 Woodside Viaducts. Public exhibitions will be held next week providing the opportunity for the public to learn more about the approach to developing a long-term solution and are encouraged to provide their […]
Galway allocated €60m for road funding
Over €60m has been allocated for roads funding and projects across Galway city and county. This includes funding for key projects such as the Galway City Bypass which had the biggest allocation of €4.5m under the New Roads programme. According to RTE, funded projects for 2026 include €2.5m for the safety scheme on the R332 […]
Durham man crowned Gritter Driver of the Year
A dedicated gritter driver with Durham County Council has been named as the first ever Gritter Driver of the Year, a new award from Econ Engineering, the UK manufacturer of gritters and winter maintenance vehicles. Gary Lawson, 62, from Crook, was nominated by four of his managers to win the award, citing his professionalism, community […]