Public support national 20 mph limit, according to TfN survey
New research has suggested that 58% of people in the north of England support the implementation of a national 20mph limit. The research, carried out by Transport for the North (TfN) was undertaken to better understand public attitudes towards road safety and speed management. Between January and March 2025, more than 500 Northern residents were surveyed, says […]
New EV chargepoint rollout approved by Hertfordshire County Council
Thousands of new electric vehicle chargepoints will soon be installed across Hertfordshire after the county council appointed three leading chargepoint operators to deliver a major infrastructure programme backed by over £6 million in secured grant funding. The rollout marks a major step in delivering on Hertfordshire County Council’s Corporate Plan commitment to growing a greener […]
“High risk” Snake Pass set for safety improvements
New speed cameras and motorcycle barriers could be installed on the Sheffield side of the Snake Pass in a bid to reduce accidents and fatalities. According to the BBC, the A57 route connecting Sheffield and Manchester was highlighted by the government as being a “high-risk” road after 169 collisions in five years. Sheffield City Council […]
Telford & Wrekin and Shropshire plan joint action to tackle high A41 collision rates
Telford & Wrekin Council and Shropshire Council have reaffirmed their commitment to working with the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) as part of a joint effort to improve road safety along the A41. An independent review published on 3 October, showed that the route of nearly 30 miles of road and 13 distinct sites, has […]
Heidelberg Materials support innovative programme to build skills in the highways sector
Heidelberg Materials are supporting a new training facility which has been developed by Kenson Highways, in partnership with New City College in East London, to equip the next generation of road workers with the skills needed to build and maintain the network. The collaboration is one of the first of its kind in the UK, […]
£29 million boost for West Yorkshire active travel
West Yorkshire has been awarded over £29 million for schemes to promote walking and cycling. It comes as West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has been told it provides “very strong local leadership and organisational capability” when it comes to delivering active travel. Higher-rated authorities receive greater proportions of capital funding, from Government, and WYCA has […]
Greater Manchester launches major public consultation on future transport plans
People who live, work, travel, visit, or study in Greater Manchester (GM) are invited to help shape the future of travel in the city region by giving their views on the GM Transport Strategy 2050 and the GM Transport Delivery Plan (2027–37). These ambitious transport plans have been developed alongside the 10 local councils and […]
TRL Software supporting Bangladesh through major World Bank and ADB–funded programmes
TRL is deepening its collaboration with national institutions in Bangladesh through a suite of flagship initiatives funded by the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). These programmes reflect a shared commitment to improving road safety, modernising transport systems, and adopting smarter, technology-driven approaches to managing vital transport assets across one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. Under […]
New resource launched to support more inclusive road safety education for autistic people
A new autism and neurodiversity resource is now available to help ensure road safety education is more accessible and inclusive for autistic people. Developed by Co-Pilot in partnership with the National Autistic Society, the resource supports road safety professionals to create learning experiences that recognise and respond to the needs of autistic learners. While the focus is on improving […]
ERTICO issues Call for Tender to host 2028 and 2029 ITS European Congresses and the 2030 ITS World Congress
As Europe’s flagship events for smart and sustainable mobility, the ITS Congresses provide host cities with a unique platform to showcase their long-term mobility vision, demonstrate innovative solutions already in deployment, and strengthen international cooperation. Each Congress brings together global leaders, innovators, and policymakers, offering unparalleled visibility and the opportunity to accelerate progress toward safer, cleaner, and […]