Scotland tracking Welsh 20mph limits “with interest”
The reduction in road casualties in Wales following the introduction of a controversial 20mph scheme in later 2023has been ‘noted’ by Scottish ministers, who are in the process of rolling out 20mph limits across Scotland but, crucially, without changing the country’s default speed limit. Scottish Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop told MSPs in Holyrood last week: […]
Greater Manchester Accessible Transport Ltd drivers set to strike
Bus drivers in Greater Manchester are set to go on strike in a row over pay. Drivers who work for Greater Manchester Accessible Transport Ltd (GMAT) – the company which provides Ring and Ride bus services for elderly and disabled passengers – have voted to walk-out for a week. Qualifying passengers can book Ring and […]
Cornwall: A30 to reopen on Monday after four-year disruption
Part of the A30 in Cornwall is set to fully reopen on Monday as a £330m upgrade nears its conclusion. National Highways said the road would be shut between Chiverton Cross and Carland Cross from 20:00 BST on Friday until 06:00 on Monday, according to the BBC. The organisation said it was planning to open […]
Learn with LCRIG
With just two weeks to go before the Innovation & Learning Festival, LCRIG have also published the event guide to help visitors plan there visit. The guide features useful information including the attendee list, agenda, directions, hotel information and so on. You can find out more about the live demonstrations that will be taking place […]
Dates of third M25 closure announced
National Highways has announced the details of the third planned closure of the M25 this year as part of the £317 million junction 10 improvement scheme. The closure will last an entire weekend, starting from Friday, July 12th at 9 pm and ending on Monday, July 15th at 6 am. Two more closures are scheduled […]
Nottingham: Congestion warning from A52 bridge repairs
National Highways has warned of major delays as large scale bridge repairs take place on the A52 near Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham. Road users are advised to allow extra time for journeys as bridge repairs are set to begin on a busy commuter road early next month. Starting on Monday, July 8, safety work […]
Glasgow: Temporary M8 speed cameras removed
Safety Camera Scotland (SCS) has said the temporary average speed cameras on the M80 and M8 have been taken away. The cameras were enforcing a 40mph speed limit on the M8 motorway between Junctions 13 and 14. It comes as Amey – on behalf of Transport Scotland – was carrying out essential resurfacing work on the M8 eastbound […]
ADEPT urges effective climate measures
ADEPT has responded to the Department for Transport’s (DfT) transport adaptation strategy. While ADEPT supports the strategy’s goals of enhancing transport network resilience and the actions it outlines, it raises concerns about the lack of specific implementation details and funding mechanisms for local authorities. “ADEPT emphasises the need for clarity on how additional responsibilities assigned […]
ERTICO-ITS Europe re-elects leadership
ERTICO – ITS Europe used the occasion of its 34th General Assembly in Brussels to undertake important decisions on electing the future leadership for the next three years. Dr. Angelos Amditis was unanimously re-elected as Chairman of the Supervisory Board for the next three years, and the extension of CEO Joost Vantomme’s tenure for another […]
Inclusive Bus Cab Design National Roadshow announced
A major new survey is being carried out at bus garages across the UK to ensure that bus cab designs are inclusive for all drivers. Researchers from TRL, working with TfL and Women in Bus and Coach, will visit a number of sites including in London, Edinburgh, Bristol, Manchester, and Belfast. They will talk to […]