“A decisive step forward for the highways sector” – Industry reacts to RIS3
The highways sector has reacted to yesterday’s publication of the Government’s long-awaited £27bn Road Investment Strategy 3 (RIS3). James Birch, managing director for Transportation at Kier Infrastructure said: “We welcome the RIS3 announcement and long-term commitment to renew and strengthen the strategic road network for communities across England, as well as supporting economic growth. “Our […]
CIHT urges stronger integration of planning and transport in response to National Planning Policy Framework reforms
The Chartered Institution for Highways and Transportation (CIHT) has submitted its response to the UK Government’s consultation on proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). CIHT welcomes several improvements, including the restructuring of the document, while calling for stronger action to reduce car dependence, embed sustainable transport (pictured), and ensure inclusive design across […]
CIHT launches match funding to support contracting companies with supervisor skills training
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has announced new match funding to help contractors continue training their supervisors during a period of changing CITB funding arrangements. From today, CIHT Learn will match CITB Employer Network contributions for Supervisor Skills Level 1 (SSL1) and Level 2 (SSL2) – reducing employer costs from £250 to […]
CIHT urges government to align AV regulation with sustainable transport goals
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has called for a balanced and pragmatic approach to automated vehicle (AV) regulation that supports safety, sustainability and the effectiveoperation of the UK’s transport networks. Responding to the government’s Developing the Automated Vehicles Regulatory Framework call for evidence, CIHT welcomes the potential benefits of automation but stresses […]
CIHT launches major guidance to support local delivery of accessible EV charging infrastructure
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has published Rolling Out Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure: Advice for Local Authorities, a major new guidance to help councils plan, deliver and maintain public EV charging networks that are reliable, accessible and fit for a net zero future. As Government policy accelerates the transition away from petrol […]
CIHT: 3rd Cycling & Walking Investment Strategy should focus on accessibility, integration and rural equity
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has responded to the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) draft Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy [1] (CWIS3), welcoming its ambition tomake active travel safer and more accessible, while urging greater clarity on performance measures and stronger support for rural areas. Sue Percy CBE, Chief Executive, CIHT said: “CIHT […]
CIHT honours Prof Chris Whitty
Professor Chris Whitty KCB FRS FMedSci has been awarded the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation’s (CIHT) highest honour and made an Honorary Fellow of the Institution after giving the annual CIHT Learned Society Lecture in Central London focusing on ‘Transport and Health’ last week. Professor Chris Whitty is Chief Medical Officer for England, the […]
Time to realise the true benefits of active travel schemes, says new CIHT report
A report published by the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation has outlined how to unlock the full potential of active travel for the health, transport and planning sectors. The CIHT launched ‘Overcoming the barriers to implementing active travel schemes’ at its annual learned society lecture. This brand-new research highlights the benefits of active travel […]
CIHT: Challenging misconceptions about professional membership
This week the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) will challenge preconceptions and aim to change people’s minds about professional membership. Many of us in our sector think being a member of a professional body is for someone else; you need to be a certain kind of person or hold specific qualifications. This simply […]
CIHT launches second Sector Workforce Survey to shape the future of highways and transportation
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has launched of second biennial workforce survey on Thursday 3 July, a major initiative aimed at tracking employment trends, understanding workforce composition, and forecasting future challenges across the UK highways and transportation sector. Building on the success of the inaugural 2023 survey, which established a vital baseline […]