Two more additions to the LCRIG family
The Casey Group and JJ O’Grady Limited are the latest Corporate Members to join the LCRIG (Local Council Roads Innovations Group) community. Operating on behalf of local authority clients, the Casey Group delivers a wide range of complex highway and cycleway projects. Their expertise spans new road construction, junction improvement works, development of new cycle paths, car […]
Next steps outlined for Bath active travel scheme
The consultation report for a proposed walking, wheeling and cycling scheme in Bath has been published, alongside next steps for the project. The Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links scheme went out to public consultation last year on the project’s proposals, including 6.2km of new cycling routes across the city, as well as multiple active […]
Road safety projects making an impact in Falkirk
Road safety measures across the Falkirk Council area are making an impact, with early data from a 20mph pilot scheme showing clear reductions in vehicle speeds. In April 2024, Airth became the first location to pilot a 20mph speed limit as part of an 18-month trial. Initial findings show average vehicle speeds have reduced from […]
Data required to drive investment in HGV charging
Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) operators are being urged to help drive forward the transition to battery electric trucks, by providing researchers with essential data. The Centre for Sustainable Road Freight at Heriot-Watt University has published the second of three reports commissioned by Transport Scotland, and is calling for fleets to provide more information to guide the […]
A23 active travel improvements complete in Brighton and Hove
Improvements to a key transport corridor in Brighton & Hove have been completed. The work on the A23 (London Road and Preston Road) between Argyle Road and Preston Drove has now finished, making it safer and easier for pedestrians and cyclists to travel through. The project also saw an upgrade to key junctions and bus […]
Trailblazing partnership brings cutting-edge pothole tech to Lancashire’s roads
A ‘game-changing’ pothole repair machine, never before used in the UK, has been rolled out in Lancashire as part of a pi’oneering new partnership. The new machine recycles existing materials on site to provide a long-lasting, first-time repair. This is much more efficient as it minimises waste and reduces the need for new materials, driving […]
Kent leader renews demand for cut of £46m Dartford Crossing toll increase
The government is set to bring in an extra £46m next year from the increase in Dartford Crossing charges. The fee for using either the tunnel or the bridge is due to rise from £2.50 to £3.50 on 1 September, although there will be a 70p discount for drivers who pre-pay, says Kent Online. The […]
£858m London highways consultancy framework launched
Ealing Council is leading the launch of a major new highways and transport consultancy framework worth up to £858m over four years. The new Highways & Transport Professional Services Framework will be open to all 33 London boroughs and the City of London, providing call-off consultancy services across four specialist lots, says Construction Enquirer. Work […]
That’s a RAP: TfL paves the way to recycled highways
TfL has become one of the first highway authorities in the UK to successfully run a trial mixing 50 per cent of recycled carriageway material or Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP), into the top layer of new road surfaces. This approach reduces both construction waste and the need for importing new raw materials, as well as […]
National Highways CEO earns twice as much as PM Starmer, report discloses
Nick Harris, chief executive of National Highways, was paid two and a half times as much as the prime minister in 2024. Accounts published by National Highways reveal that Harris received £426,304 in 2024-25, including performance bonuses. In comparison, says Construction Index, the prime minister Keir Starmer has an annual salary of £172,153. Mr Harris was […]