Deputy Mayor to investigate A20 ‘wrong sign’ case
A temporary speed limit on a road which saw thousands of drivers being fined last year will be investigated by Sir Sadiq Khan’s transport chief. Deputy Mayor for Transport Seb Dance has promised to look into concerns brought up by locals on a temporary 40mph speed limit applied to the A20 at the Sidcup bypass between October […]
Midlands leaders call for major road scheme green light
Midlands Connect and five Midlands Council leaders are urging the kick-start of a key transport scheme linking the M54 and M6 motorways. Plans involve the construction of a new road connecting Junction 1 of the M54 to Junction 11 of the M6 and in a letter addressed to the Secretary of State for Transport, Rt […]
Amey expands its Net Zero and sustainability capabilities
Amey has launched a new suite of services which will help clients meet the country’s sustainability ambitions and reduce costs. The business will help clients in defence, justice, education, highways, and health sectors turn strategic plans into practical actions that deliver value for money, save energy and enhance positive environmental impact. A dedicated team will […]
Re-flow secures investment from Kester Capital
Re-flow has announced a strategic investment from Kester Capital. Following previous investment rounds and year on year rapid growth, this investment marks a major milestone, as Re-flow transitions towards international expansion. Kester’s deep sector expertise and proven track record in driving growth and value creation makes them the ideal partner. Re-flow, provider of field management (FM) […]
RAC responds to M25 closures
Ahead of National Highways closing the M25 twice in March – starting this weekend – RAC Breakdown spokesperson Alice Simpson said: “Without careful planning, drivers could face some really lengthy tailbacks during the eight days of M25 closures that start this weekend. We expect diversion routes, especially along the A3, to become heavily congested. “Anyone with a […]
Emergency Preparedness, Response, & Recovery: New report highlights impact of severe weather on UK roads
The UK is facing more frequent and intense extreme weather and without greater preparedness this will have consequences for our roads and the communities they serve. This is a challenge shared across the highways sector, and one which the UK Roads Leadership Group (UKRLG) is taking very seriously. To that end a new review looking […]
Wake-up call: Greater Manchester launches campaign to combat drivers’ “shocking” mobile phone usage
Drivers are being warned about the potentially life changing consequences of using their mobile phone behind the wheel as part of a new campaign by Safer Roads Greater Manchester. Distractions can make drivers slower to recognise and react to dangers on the road. Using a mobile phone while driving is a significant cause of road […]
Reimagining Oxford’s streets: feedback sought
Residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to have their say on potential street improvements for the city centre and north Oxford. Oxfordshire County Council is asking for feedback on ideas that have been developed, and inviting suggestions on new ones, for the future of the city’s streets and squares as part of a Central […]
GRAHAM appointed to deliver the new A10 bridge at Waterbeach
Construction and civil engineering company GRAHAM has been appointed as the principal contactor for the new pedestrian, cycle, and equestrian bridge over the A10 at Waterbeach, Cambridge. The project commissioned by Urban&Civic, aims to enhance sustainable travel options between the new Waterbeach development, the Science Park, and Cambridge City Centre. The new bridge will connect […]
Fifteen sections of main roads next as Reading’s biggest ever resurfacing project continues
Reading’s biggest ever road resurfacing programme continues today with work starting on the next phase of main road improvements, which will see another 15 sections of major roads resurfaced over the next six weeks. This is the continuation of a two-year programme in which 64 sections of major roads around Reading are being improved for […]