ORR to undertake an investigation of National Highways’ performance
The Office of Rail and Road has opened an investigation into the performance of National Highways. The ORR says that, since it was created, National Highways has generally achieved its aims and delivered well for road users, and during this time the two bodies have worked together to successfully resolve individual issues before they have […]
National Highways publicises effect litter has on wildlife
National Highways and partners have teamed up in a new campaign to urge road users: ‘Lend a paw – bin your litter’ as the RSPCA reveals it has received over 10,000 reports of animals found injured, trapped or dead from discarded litter in last three years – numbering nearly ten per day. The government-owned company […]
Bridge demolition completed ahead of schedule
The M42 near Birmingham has needed to be closed for less time than expected during the demolition of a damaged bridge. The structure between junctions 7 (M6 J4) and 6 (Birmingham NEC and Birmingham Airport) was removed by contractors in a 52 hour operation after being struck twice in one week by lorries using the […]
M42 bridge to be demolished this weekend
A bridge over the M42 near Birmingham will be demolished this weekend, after repeatedly being hit by lorries over the last decade. The structure between junctions 7 (M6 J4) and 6 (Birmingham Airport) was struck twice in one week by lorries using the motorway last month, causing significant damage. Since then, the southbound carriageway has […]
Litter campaigners reported to be taking National Highways to court
National Highways is facing court action, accused of failing to keep the nation’s highways clean. Walesonline reports that, in a national first, non-profit campaign group Clean Up Britain (CLUB) has launched a case against National Highways over what they say is its inability to clear up litter on roads, “despite getting billions of pounds every […]
AtkinsRéalis reawarded National Highways technology programmes contract
Professional services and project management company AtkinsRéalis has been appointed by National Highways to support delivery of its major technology programmes including the UK’s Digital Roads Strategy. AtkinsRéalis will work with National Highways to implement, manage and drive change of digital and technology programmes across England’s strategic road network. The Technology Programmes Strategic Resources Contract […]
MP calls for speed reduction on major road to port
A Conservative MP is calling for the speed limit on a single lane stretch of the A120 near the Port of Harwich to be cut from 60 to 50mph. Sir Bernard Jenkin, MP for Harwich and North Essex, is concerned about the safety on the road near the village of Wix where there have been […]
Environment Agency accused of not monitoring toxic run-off from the Strategic Road Network
It’s being reported that no-one is regularly monitoring the toxic mix of oil, chemicals and bits of tyre from roads that is polluting English waterways. The BBC says that, in response to a Freedom of Information request, it found the Environment Agency did not regularly monitor run-off, though it did test for pollutants from roads […]
National Highways’ funding stream helps to reconnect Gloucestershire
A National Highways funding stream is helping to reconnect Gloucestershire by improving connectivity and accessibility to Public Rights of Way near the A417. National Highways, the company responsible for England’s major A-roads and motorways, is investing over £130,000 from its Users and Communities fund. The fund aims to build new infrastructure and enhance existing facilities […]
National Highways deliver foodbank move saving Bedfordshire charity £14K
Highways workers helped a food bank charity save some £14,000 when they helped it relocate to new premises including moving 1,300 crates of food. A Bedfordshire food bank has been given a new year boost after volunteers from National Highways and its local suppliers moved the charity to a new home. Bedford Food Bank has […]
