Bridewell research reveals 44% of road organisations hit by ransomware attack
Almost six of every 10 businesses in the rail sector and 44% of road organisations have admitted to being on the receiving end of a ransomware attack in the past 12 months. This is according to the latest research by Bridewell, which has surveyed 521 staff responsible for cyber security at UK CNI organisations encompassing civil […]
Britannia Bridge: A55 drivers facing seven weeks of disruption while sign is replaced
Westbound A55 traffic is facing more disruption in Gwynedd over the coming weeks when an ageing matrix sign is replaced. Overnight lane and carriageway closures will be needed and, over the August Bank Holiday weekend, 40mph speed restrictions will be in place, says North Wales Live. Traffic Wales said a variable message sign on the […]
Scottish Government to invest £41.7 million in bus decarbonisation
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has announced that an innovative bus industry consortium will deliver 252 new zero-emission buses and coaches to Scotland’s roads, backed by Scottish Government investment. £41.7 million grant funding will support eight operators, led by electric vehicle fleet specialist Zenobē, to deliver the buses along with a Scotland-wide charging network for […]
Cruise Origin: GM ends production of custom-designed driverless car
General Motors have indefinitely suspended production of its self-driving Cruise Origin robotaxi. The company will refocus on using the Chevy Bolt EV, which Cruise has already been using. A modified version will go into production next year. The Origin created “regulatory uncertainty” owing to its design, GM CEO Mary Barra said in her letter to shareholders […]
Cornish community welcomes new Jenoptik speed cameras on A390
Two new speed cameras have been installed on a busy stretch of the A390 near Gunnislake in Cornwall at either end of St Ann’s Chapel. The Jenoptik cameras are bi-directional, meaning they will detect speeding motorists travelling on both sides of the road. The work follows several years of campaigning and data gathering by the […]
Manchester Metrolink strikes called off after new pay deal secured
Unite members working for Manchester’s Metrolink tram system are celebrating a new pay deal after accepting an improved offer from their employer. Proposed strikes that were due to take place later this week have now been called off. Hundreds of workers are set to receive a substantial pay rise, with Customer service representatives at the […]
Clearview Intelligence joins forces with Road Safety GB to enhance road casualty reduction
Clearview Intelligence has strengthened its commitment to reducing deaths and injuries on the UK’s roads by becoming a corporate member of Road Safety GB. Road Safety GB is a leading national organisation which supports the work of road safety professionals both in local government and the private sector. It helps practitioners to develop their knowledge and skill […]
DfT to confirm ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars from 2030
The Department for Transport (DfT) intends to “provide certainty” to manufacturers by restoring the 2030 phase-out date for the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. While there was no mention of the changes in the King’s Speech, which sets out the Government’s legislative plan, the DfT told Fleet News it intends to publish further details in “due course”. […]
ITS UK seeking new HOTA comments
The Home Office has published draft Submission Process Guidance on Home Office Type Approval and is seeking comments from the industry. The new document will replace ‘Home Office Type Approval of Collision Reduction Equipment – Submission Process Guidance’ and also includes test plan, testing and test reporting guidance. ITS UK is collating views on behalf of the sector […]
Record number of drivers caught ignoring Red X signs on smart motorways
More than 53,000 motorists have been caught by police enforcement cameras disobeying Red X signs on smart motorways since 2021, according to new research conducted by the UK’s leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart. Analysed data gathered through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to police forces in England reveals that in 2021, nine police […]