From Slogans to Safety: Oxfordshire’s plan to turn Vision Zero into reality on Highways Voices
You often hear the phrase “safety is our number one priority” in our industry, but today on Highways Voices we hear from people who’re putting money where their mouth is, as we talk Vision Zero in Oxfordshire. As the county hosts a road safety event in Oxford city centre this week, we chat to Andy […]
Clearview solar studs used in rail as well as road
Clearview Intelligence’s SolarLite road studs are known for their carbon-saving safety-improving performance on roads, but are now being used by the rail industry as well. Operator Scotrail has had them installed in railway sidings to delineate driver walkways and depots where trains are parked up overnight. The SolarLite road studs use high-visibility LED light to […]
Government gives go ahead to North Hykeham Relief Road
The Secretary of State has approved the legal orders for the North Hykeham Road, giving the county council the ability to start construction when ready. Cllr Michael Cheyne, executive member for highways, said: “This is fantastic news for the North Hykeham Relief Road project and the people of Lincolnshire, since it means we’re one step […]
National Highways launches call for innovators to help shape the future of England’s roads
National Highways has launched an Open Call to tackle key challenges that range from improving safety to creating a better customer experience. National Highways is calling on “problem-solvers and creative thinkers” to contribute to the future development of England’s motorways and major A roads. Through National Highways Innovation and Research Designated Fund an Open Call […]
New report urges greater focus on digital connectivity for the future of transport
A new report by Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK), the industry association for transport technology, authored by Coventry University, is calling for a greater focus on the digital connectivity that will underpin the future of transport services. With the UK’s transport network becoming more connected, the demand for greater digital connectivity across all modes […]
TOPAS sets standards for multi-zone detectors
Detectors are the eyes and ears of traffic control systems. Without the information that they provide optimising the movements of pedestrians and vehicles through our road networks would be well-nigh impossible. Their importance is recognised by the recent TTF GLF awards, one objective of which was to ensure that detection is working effectively at crossings […]
Fraudster behind ‘copycat’ transport payment websites jailed
Two men who ran more than 40 misleading websites that tricked people into overpaying for government services, including for the Dartford Crossing and the London Ultra Low Emission Zone, have been sentenced today at Bristol Crown Court following an investigation by National Trading Standards (NTS). The scam saw the men charging inflated prices for services […]
Council approves plan to replace Hammersmith flyover with a tunnel
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has approved a new draft Local Plan which would see both the Hammersmith gyratory and flyover removed. They would be replaced with underground road links by their owners, Transport for London. The flyover and sections of the A4 would be replaced with a tunnel, which the council says will free up […]
TfL explain Gallows Corner works delays
Transport for London have issued an update explaining why roadworks at the busy Gallows Corner junction in Romford have taken more than two months longer than planned. It says ground conditions around the water main at the A12/A127 junction caused delays to the works which were meant to be completed by 1 September. That means […]
Council confirms roadworks will not last 100 years
A council in Scotland has told residents a statement on its website describing roadworks as being for 100 years was a mistake. The Androssan and Saltcoats Herald reports that North Ayrshire Council stated that waiting and loading restrictions were set to be in place on Chapelwell and Hamilton Street. Though further details added that this […]