LCRIG publishes new Severe Weather AI Mini-Guide
LCRIG have issues the third installment in its AI Mini-Guide Series, a set of practical, jargon-free resources designed to cut through the hype and show how AI can deliver real results in highways and road infrastructure technology. Sponsored by Colas, this new guide focuses on how AI can support local authorities in responding to severe […]
Paula Claytonsmith steps down as LCRIG CEO
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG) has announced that Paula Claytonsmith has stepped down from her role as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. “We are extremely grateful for Paula’s commitment, dedication, and the many contributions she has made during her three years with LCRIG,” said the organisation’s statement. “She remains a valued member […]
Entries open for DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards 2026
LCRIG has announced that entries are now open for the DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards 2026. Now in their second year, these prestigious awards shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent, dedication, and ambition of apprentices within the highways and road infrastructure technology sector. They celebrate young professionals who are making outstanding contributions early in their […]
LCRIG confirms panellists for AI Applications in Severe Weather Management webinar
Local authority leaders and climate adaptation experts are set to join LCRIG’s upcoming webinar exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) could transform the way we monitor, predict, and respond to severe weather events. Delivered by LCRIG, in collaboration with Colas, sponsor of the forthcoming AI Mini-Guide focused on Severe Weather – the AI Applications for Severe […]
TTF Autumn Update features DfT experts on digital roads and innovation
Four senior officials from the Department for Transport will give details of connected vehicle services, Digital Traffic Regulation Orders, policy and road technology services at next week’s Transport Technology Autumn Update in Birmingham. TTF Manager Darren Capes, who is Head of Road Infrastructure Technology at the DfT, will be joined by colleagues Paul Chandler, Matt […]
UK SMEs again offered cost-effective chance to take part in the ITS European Congress
The Transport Technology Forum is again giving small and medium enterprises the opportunity to attend Europe’s leading Intelligent Transport Systems event next April by taking a space on the UK Pavilion. The TTF has hosted the Pavilion at previous European Congresses in Lisbon and Seville, as well as the ITS World Congress in Dubai last […]
Bookings open for Strictly Highways 2026
Only a couple of weeks after the biggest and most successful LCRIG Strictly Highways event in Blackpool, thoughts have already turned to the next edition in October 2026, with bookings open for the private sector. Organisers, LCRIG – The Local Council Roads Innovation Group – says that because there are only limited exhibition spaces, they […]
TTF Autumn Update discusses connected services, data and standards, DfT policies and organisation’s future direction
The themes for the Transport Technology Forum’s Autumn Update on 6 November have been set, focussed on updating local authorities and suppliers with the latest on the emerging Connected Vehicle Services framework and wider government policy. The one-day event in Birmingham will hear from senior members of the Department for Transport, looking at Connected Services, […]
From Data to Delivery: Real-world solutions transforming our road network
This week on Highways Voices we talk to both the public and private sector about the challenges facing, and the solutions helping, our industry today. We’re at the LCRIG Strictly Highways event in Blackpool to hear fresh insights into how collaboration between local authorities, government, and the supply chain is unlocking new efficiencies and innovation […]
LCRIG’s Transport Technology Forum contract renewed
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG) has had its contract to support the Transport Technology Forum (TTF) renewed for a further three years. LCRIG has delivered the TTF for the Department for Transport since the summer of 2021. The contract renewal will see the not-for-profit Community Interest Company continue to deliver the Forum until […]