Bus Users UK responds to Government’s ‘Pathway to Work’ reforms
Bus Users UK has responded to the Government’s announcements on ‘Pathways to Work’ with a call for urgent reform of the concessionary bus pass scheme in order to remove barriers to employment. Transport, particularly bus travel, is a critical gateway to opportunity, connecting people to jobs, training and essential services. To ensure transport is more […]
Entries now open for the IHE North West Branch Awards 2025
The Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) North West Branch is pleased to announce that entries are now open for the prestigious IHE North West Branch Awards 2025. This event celebrates excellence and outstanding achievements in highways, public realm, active travel, traffic, and transport sectors across the region. Taking place on Friday 11 July 2025, at […]
Telent retains contract to maintain Oxfordshire County Council’s traffic signals network
Critical infrastructure technology provider Telent has been reappointed to maintain Oxfordshire County Council’s traffic signals and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) estate, after its contract to carry out traffic signal maintenance was renewed. First awarded in 2017, Telent has secured a new contract that will run until 2028, reinforcing Telent’s long-standing partnership with the council to […]
Amey awarded Gold Standard in National Highways Supplier Assessment
Amey has been awarded the prestigious Gold Standard in the National Highways Strategic Supplier Procurement Plan (SSPP) assessment for 2024. This recognition reflects Amey’s unwavering commitment to excellence in procurement, supply chain management, and operational performance. The Gold Standard initiative is a rigorous assessment that evaluates various aspects of a company’s operations. Amey’s dedication to […]
Bee Network hits 50 million contactless tap and go tram journeys ahead of bus launch
The Bee Network has hit a major milestone of 50 million contactless tap and go tram journeys, just days before launching on buses. The record breaking journey started at 7.07am on Wednesday and the person travelled from Navigation Road to Cornbrook. The modern payment system removes the need for passengers to buy tickets, instead enabling […]
Survey reveals ‘overwhelming amount of drivers’ not using car subscription services
A survey of 1000 US and European drivers has painted a bleak picture for automakers looking to cash in on their connected subscription services. The study’s results show that a considerable percentage of drivers want more value from the services regarding cost, available features, and data security before adoption. Smartcar’s 2025 State of Connected Car Apps report revealed that […]
DfT publishes report on impact of volumetric concrete mixers on bridges
The Department for Transport recently commissioned a report through National Highways (NH) on the impact on existing bridge structures from higher weight volumetric concrete mixers (VCMs) permitted under the current temporary arrangement to inform future decisions. The final report provides a summary of findings related to the viability of allowing VCMs to continue operating at higher weights. […]
Extended funding deal for West Midlands bus network
A new funding deal to stop a number of West Midlands bus services being cut has been agreed. The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) board has green lit an extension of the Bus Network Support Grant which provides financial support to operators. It will be extended from 1 to 30 April, with a new arrangement kicking in […]
Hertfordshire County Council award new highways contract to Ringway
Hertfordshire County Council has announced the award of a new Highways contract to Ringway, kicking off a long-term, joint commitment to keeping Hertfordshire residents moving and improving everyday journeys across the county. The new contract, which will start from 1 October 2025, will focus on improving the operational delivery of day-to-day services such as road […]
West Sussex begins final stage of Traffic Signal Halogen Replacement Programme
West Sussex County Council is entering the third and final stage of its three-year programme to change all traffic signals in the county from halogen to LED technology. The programme, which has already successfully converted 70% of the planned sites, will now focus on key areas in Chichester. As part of the upgrades, the council […]