West Midlands: 75% back Mayor Parker’s plan for public control of bus network
The proposal by Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands to take back control of the region’s bus network has been overwhelmingly backed in a a wide-ranging consultation. More than 3,600 responses from residents, businesses and organisations were collected over three-months. Of those who gave a preference, 75% were in favour of putting services under […]
Lower Thames Crossing included in “Big Spending Projects Gone Wrong” report
A new report by the Tax Payers’ Alliance has explored why major government projects are often over budget and delivered late. The Lower Thames Crossing is one of the four ongoing major projects examined in the report which are “experiencing overruns which will illustrate the substantial costs and delays caused by flawed forecasting.” “Proposals for […]
Grid connection delay risks commercial vehicle decarbonisation goals, report says
Decarbonising commercial vehicles (CVs) is crucial for delivering net zero, but current grid connection processes are impacting operators’ EV investments, according to new analysis. Decarbonising commercial vehicles (CVs) is crucial for delivering net zero, but current grid connection processes are impacting operators’ EV investments, according to new analysis. The study by the Society of Motor […]
Ford ditches FNV4 software project after reported $10 billion in losses
Ford has abruptly cancelled its flagship software architecture project, known as FNV4, which executives once described as “vital” to competing with electric vehicle (EV) leaders like Tesla. The decision, revealed to select employees last week, ends a multi-year effort to modernize the digital foundation of Ford’s vehicle lineup and streamline costly software systems. According the CBT […]
South-West Wales: £60m A40 upgrade welcomed but more needed, says haulier
A £60m upgrade to a key road for tourism and freight in south-west Wales brings “light at the end of the tunnel” after years of congestion, but more projects are needed in Wales, a haulier has said. The improvements to the four-mile stretch of the A40 near Narberth, Pembrokeshire, are designed to help traffic. Construction […]
New research project set to transform mobility scooter safety and wellbeing
A pioneering new research project is set to transform understanding of the risks faced by mobility scooter and powerchair users across the UK – a group often overlooked in road safety efforts, despite facing daily hazards on our roads and pavements. The three-year study – Motorised Mobility Devices: Incidents, Near Misses and Safety – is being […]
Amey earns Investors in People Platinum accreditation
Amey has achieved Investors in People (IiP) Platinum accreditation, the highest level awarded recognising its people-first approach to leadership, workforce development, and inclusive culture. This prestigious accolade reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and empowering workplace where people thrive. The achievement was celebrated at a launch event at Amey’s Furnival Street office, […]
Westminster MPs lose EV charging points
Users of the parliamentary estate have been informed that from tomorrow they won’t be able to charge their electric vehicles in New Palace Yard’s underground car park. The charging points are due to be removed on health and safety grounds following a review by the Safety and Fire teams, and in consultation with the Chair […]
Ken Skates urged to visit Chepstow over traffic fears
The Welsh Government cabinet secretary for transport and north Wales, Ken Skates, has been urged to visit Chepstow to discuss traffic concerns. The call came from Peter Fox, the Member of the Senedd for Monmouth, who is worried about the potential impact of the HGV weight restriction on the M48 Severn Bridge. He believes this […]
National Highways reveals solution to prevent further A40 rockfalls
Details have been revealed of work to prevent future rockfalls onto the A40 near the England-Wales border. National Highways is to install steel mesh and bolts across the slope on Leys Bend on the stretch crossing from Herefordshire into Monmouthshire. Part of the road, blocked due to rockfall last year, will be reopened once the […]