Devolution and Local Government Reform: ADEPT announces autumn conference details
Booking is now open for the ADEPT Autumn Conference 2025, which will be held on Thursday 20-Friday 21 November at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester. This year’s theme is: ‘Devolution and Local Government Reform – the biggest shake up the sector has seen for 50 years?’ With the government agenda to widen and deepen devolution, […]
ITS UK responds after Government confirms it will no longer produce guidance for noise cameras
In response to a Written Parliamentary Question, the Government has confirmed it will not produce guidance for local authorities on the implementation of noise cameras, stating that it “does not currently have plans to produce further guidance on noise cameras”. ITS UK Chief Executive Max Sugarman, said: “It’s disappointing to see Government no longer has […]
Government to crack down on unsafe vehicles
It’s a move that is aimed at enhancing road safety and reducing pollution – the UK government has launched a rigorous compliance campaign to crack down on unsafe and non-compliant vehicles across London. This latest initiative, which began in early July 2025, involves a multi-agency operation targeting vehicles that are either mechanically unsafe or fail […]
Road safety campaigner killed on road he campaigned to make safer
An 81 year old North Yorkshire man has been killed on a road he had campaigned to make safer. John Duggan, a former local councillor from Riccall, died in hospital after a collision between his car and a skip lorry on a section of the A19 he had previously highlighted as being dangerous. Councillor Stephanie […]
Catford residents’ concern as road sees 10 bus crashes in first half of 2025
People living on a road in Lewisham that has seen 10 crashes involving buses in seven months are calling for urgent safety measures as they fear someone could be killed. About 3,700 buses pass through Sandhurst Road and nearby Sangley Road in Catford each day, with 150 to 180 buses serving the area every hour, […]
Repairs to Corporation Street in Stafford set to begin
Essential highway repair works are being carried out on Corporation Street next week. Staffordshire County Council highways crews will be out fixing potholes along both roads, and dealing with drainage issues. The works will be carried out between 8am and 4pm each day. A road closure will be in place during these times, but access […]
M Group completes acquisition of Telent
M Group has successfully completed the acquisition of Telent, provider of operational technology and critical digital infrastructure solutions, following the necessary regulatory approvals. Combining M Group’s infrastructure services offering with Telent’s technology and digital solution capabilities, this transformative deal marks an new phase for both businesses. The acquisition will strengthen longstanding relationships with shared customers […]
“260 deaths is 260 too many”: Drink-drive crash statistics published by DfT
Over 250 people were killed on Britain’s roads by drunk drivers in 2023, new figures show. Data published by the Department for Transport shows there were 260 fatalities in drink-drive accidents. Whilst this was down on the previous year, it is still higher than a decade ago. The total number of people killed or injured in 2023 by […]
RAC comments as new figures suggest that drink-drive deaths are up 7% in a decade
In light of the latest Government statistics showing the number of drink-drive fatalities is up by 7% since 2013, RAC road safety spokesperson Rod Dennis said: “These disturbing figures show the twin evils of driving under the influence of drink and drugs are behind a frightening number of lives lost on the UK’s roads every year. “It’s simply unacceptable that […]
ITS World Congress 2025: Plenary speaker line-up announced
ITS World Congress announces its highly anticipated plenary speaker line-up. From August 24-28 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, the event will feature three impactful plenary sessions that serve as a highlight of the Congress, showcasing groundbreaking innovations in mobility. “Each plenary session is designed to spark dialogue and inspire action,” said Laura […]