Campaign groups call on Government to scrap more major road schemes
Campaign groups have urged the government to cancel major road building schemes including the Lower Thames Crossing, amid growing speculation that ministers could divert money earmarked for new roads into rail and other public transport. The Campaign for Better Transport said the government could save £10.5bn from cancelling the Lower Thames Crossing along with the […]
Two listed bridges in Devon given added protection to guard against repeat of storm damage
Protective measures have been installed on two Grade One listed bridges in West Devon to guard them against future storm damage. Steel plates or “nosings” have been fixed to the piers of Newbridge at Gunnislake and Greystone Bridge near Tavistock in order to protect the structures from impacts during flooding. Gunnislake Newbridge was left with […]
Derby’s A38 project could be scrapped after Government review
The proposed A38 project in Derby could be cancelled after an on-going government review of infrastructure projects. The junctions’ improvement has been planned for more than 40 years and has cost millions so far – and the £250 million price tag could spiral upwards further, according to a report by the Derby Telegraph. There is […]
National Highways unveils modernisation plans to upgrade A38 Saltash Tunnel
National Highways will be embarking on the second phase of a major modernisation upgrade of the A38 Saltash Tunnel later this autumn. As part of a ‘generational’ refurbishment project, the Tunnel and Traffic Control System within the 36-year-old tunnel will be upgraded, including electrical distribution, new LED lighting, fans and electronic signage. Carrying around 40,000 […]
Clearer standards needed to boost economy’s resilience says NIC
Government should set clear standards of resilience that infrastructure operators must maintain in the face of sudden shocks, the National Infrastructure Commission has reiterated in a new report. Climate change and related weather extremes, alongside a heightened reliance on digital technologies, mean that the UK faces increased risks of vital networks and services being unavailable […]
Esh Construction completes Sheffield Road Cycleways and Maltby Bus Corridor projects
Esh Construction has completed two key active travel projects in Rotherham that are designed to make it safer and more convenient for pedestrians and cyclists to travel into and around the town centre. Known as Sheffield Road Cycleways and Maltby Bus Corridor and delivered on behalf of Rotherham Council, the scheme will provide Rotherham’s residents […]
UK’s first HAPAS-certified subsidence solution
Geotechnical contractor Geobear has become the UK’s first geopolymer solutions provider to receive Highways Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS) certification. The HAPAS certificate ensures that Geobear’s solution meets the highest standards for use in UK highways projects. This accreditation is a part of Geobear’s commitment to safety, sustainability and quality, allowing it to reach further […]
Andrews Tippers Keeps Moving at M25 Junction Works with Podfather Software
Andrews Tipper Hire, a supplier of tipper haulage and aggregate deliveries, is using Podfather’s logistics software to manage the transport of materials to and from Junction 10 on the M25. Working for Balfour Beatty, Andrews is operating a dedicated fleet delivering aggregates and removing waste material from the site. Using the Podfather App, Andrews’ drivers […]
Kent County Council raises concerns about the impact of proposed user charges at Silvertown Tunnel on Kent residents
Kent County Council (KCC) has responded to Transport for London’s (TfL) consultation for the proposed user charges for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels, raising concerns regarding the impact on Kent residents and congestion at the Dartford crossing. While KCC supports TfL’s ambition to improve journey reliability and reduce air pollution, the potential impacts on traffic flows […]
Consultation launches to improve active travel around Crossgates
Local residents, schools and businesses are being asked to feedback on proposals to improve walking and cycling routes around the Crossgates area. Plans aim to create safer and healthier streets and make it more convenient to walk, wheel* and cycle shorter journeys to school, local shops and the centre of Crossgates. £1.9m of government funding […]