ORR welcomes smart motorway technology improvements
The Office of Rail and Road has written to National Highways welcoming improvements in the performance of its smart motorway Stopped Vehicle Detection technology, following initial testing. However, ORR says it recognises that caution is required when interpreting the data. In December 2022, ORR reported that the SVD system on all lane running sections of […]
ORR gearing up for RIS3
The organisation which oversees the running of National Highways has issued a blog post looking ahead to the third Road Investment Strategy. Stephen Bussell, Principal Economist, Highways at the Office of Rail and Road explains that as preparations continue for the next RIS, ORR is paying more attention to the quality of National Highways’ plans […]
ORR brings in new level crossing rules to speed up safety improvements
The Office of Rail and Road has introduced new guidance to allow for improvements at level crossings to be made without the need to be approved by a new level crossing order. Therefore, changes such as altering the number of lights on barriers, using a verbal warning alarm when another train is approaching, and upgrading […]
Transport watchdog confirms CEO
The Office of Rail and Road has confirmed John Larkinson as Chief Executive Officer, having been interim CEO for more than two years. He was confirmed in the post long-term after a public consultation, and as is protocol for a role at this level, the appointment by the ORR Board has now been endorsed by […]