Amey secures appointment to National Highways’ Specialist Professional and Technical Services 3 Framework
Amey, alongside its strategic partner, SYSTRA, an international transport and infrastructure engineering organisation, have been awarded a place on the National Highways’ Specialist Professional and Technical Services 3 (SPaTS3) Framework. Amey’s appointment to the framework, which has an estimated maximum value of up to £495m, builds on its successful involvement in SPaTS2, the previous iteration […]
Long story short: New report find UK’s motorway system is far behind peer European nations in terms of length
A new report from the Council on Geostrategy’s Caudwell Strong Britain programme argues that planning and policy barriers are holding back the UK’s national objectives to secure economic growth and prosperity. The research finds Britain is struggling to build the major infrastructure projects it needs to achieve growth and prosperity.Examples cited include the Elizabeth Line, […]
LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival – Welcome the debutants
Every year, the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival brings together local authorities, industry partners, and suppliers to share practical innovation and real-world solutions – and 2025 is no exception. With new launches, live demonstrations, and first-look previews, this year’s event offers even more opportunities to engage with what’s new and next for the sector. Here’s […]
63,000 Dartford Crossing fines cancelled in first half of 2025
More than 60,000 Dartford Crossing fines have been cancelled so far this year as the company tasked with managing payments to cross the bridge has been accused of incorrectly issuing fines. Complaints over incorrect charges from motorists crossing the M25 bridge that links Kent and Essex hit the headlines last year after a new provider […]
Is TomTom replacing 300 humans with AI?
TomTom has announced that it is realigning its organization with its product-led strategy, as it embraces artificial intelligence and adopts a scalable framework for developing and delivering products to market. The complete overhaul of the company’s mapmaking platform has led to TomTom Orbis Maps, offering the granularity that its customers need. In parallel, the investments […]
Fife Council to issue pavement parking warning notices
Ahead of the Pavement Parking Ban coming into force across Fife, warning notices are set to be issued by the council from today, 1 July. The law aims to improve the safety of pedestrians, particularly those with mobility issues or visual impairments, and parents or carers with pushchairs. Enforcement will also be taken against vehicles […]
Scottish bus apps evaluated for inclusive travel
Bus Users UK has published the results of a research project in Scotland to assess bus operator apps for accessibility and ease of use. Carried out by the charity’s Compliance Team, the study focused on two of Scotland’s most widely used bus apps, Lothian Buses and McGill’s Midland Bluebird, both of which have recently undergone […]
National Highways launches campaign to tackle tailgating
National Highways is launching a new campaign to highlight the dangers of tailgating and encourage drivers to keep their distance. New research shows most people feel anxious and uncomfortable if a stranger stands too closely beside them and many drivers say they experience the same feelings when someone tailgates them on the road. Tailgating – […]
Winvic champions female talent with seven finalists at the 2025 Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering Awards
Winvic Construction Ltd is proud to announce the shortlisting of seven awards at this year’s prestigious ‘Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering Awards’ (IWCE). The shortlist celebrates both individual excellence and Winvic’s company-wide commitment to advancing equity and inclusion in the built environment. Among the ‘Rising Star’ shortlisted entries are four members of the Winvic […]
Ground investigations at A83 Rest and Be Thankful continue
Transport Scotland are advising road users travelling on the A83 at the Rest and Be Thankful that essential ground investigation work currently being undertaken in the area will require traffic to be diverted onto the Old Military Road (OMR) between 8am and 6pm on 7 and 8 July, and 14 and 15 July, as the […]