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 […]
LCRIG publishes second AI mini-guide: Road Condition Monitoring
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG) has announced the publication of the second instalment in its AI Mini-Guide series. Sponsored by Gaist, this new guide focuses on one of the most immediate and high-impact applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Road Condition Monitoring. AI is rapidly moving from curiosity to a critical tool across the […]
Winners of the 2025 DfT Special Recognition Awards announced at Strictly Highways
The winners of the 2025 DfT Special Recognition Awards were announced last night (1 October) at Strictly Highways, where more than 500 professionals from the highways and road infrastructure technology sector came together to celebrate innovation and achievement. Now in their sixth year, the awards were established by the late Steve Berry OBE, former Head […]
Strictly Highways 2025 agenda released
LCRIG have unveiled the agenda for Strictly Highways 2025. Delegates will hear from a diverse lineup of esteemed speakers, including representatives from local authorities, national government and the wider sector. Discussions will focus on collaboration, innovation, skills and decarbonisation, all central to LCRIG’s core activities. When: 1-2 October Where: Winter Gardens in Blackpool In shaping this year’s […]
Record entries for DfT Special Recognition Awards
LCRIG (Local Council Roads Innovation Group) have announced that this year’s DfT Special Recognition Awards has received a record number of entries. The overwhelming response highlights the depth of innovation, collaboration, and commitment across the sector. LCRIG says that it is particularly proud of the diverse range of submissions, representing organisations of all sizes and […]
Breaking Barriers: How the Highways Sector can turn innovation ambition into action
What’s really holding back innovation in our sector, and how do we finally break through? We find out together on today’s Highways Voices as we hear about a brand new report from the Local Council Roads Innovation Group, called Inspiring Change Across The Highways Sector. Subscribe to Highways Voices free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts or Pocket Casts and […]
LCRIG unveils landmark report highlighting the innovation pulse of the highways sector
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG) has published its most comprehensive piece of insight to date, revealing that while a strong appetite for innovation exists across the highways sector, persistent structural barriers are preventing meaningful progress. The 2025 LCRIG Innovation Report, based on survey data from LCRIG’s substantial membership base, paints a compelling picture […]