Suffolk announces improvements to Ipswich Waterfront access
Suffolk Highways is to conduct works along Holywell’s Road, Toller Road, Cliff Road, and Ship Launch Road to get the network ready to support the landmark new Prince Philip Lock Bridge river crossing. A major programme of road improvements will get underway in Ipswich this summer as part of efforts to help regeneration of the […]
Ipswich: Major road improvement works set to begin
Suffolk Highways and Cadent will work together on major highways and gas improvement works in Ipswich starting later this month to minimise future disruption. The collaboration means what could have been a potential road closure of up to 30 weeks has been reduced to just eight. The highways improvements will upgrade the junction of Cauldwell […]
Suffolk: Local praise for Felixstowe and Haverhill roadworks plan
A new plan to move cars that block roadworks is ending delays to desperately needed resurfacing projects in Suffolk, and having the added effect of eradicating parking problems for locals. The “lift and shift” trial was launched because resurfacing schemes were cancelled or partially finished because parked vehicles stopped workers’ access, says the Ipswich Star. […]
Bury St Edmunds Tollgate Gyratory improvement works completed ahead of schedule
Improvement works at Tollgate in Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk have been completed ahead of schedule. Major construction finished today on the former gyratory layout, which has been reconfigured into a conventional signal‑controlled junction, allowing two‑way traffic movements in all directions. The completed works include reconstruction of the outer junction, with enhanced carriageway layouts, upgraded […]
Suffolk County Council proposes £4m investment to protect Public Rights of Way
Suffolk County Council plans to invest £3.9m to improve and protect the public rights of way network. The network, which provides more than 3,500 miles of off‑road access for walking, cycling and horse riding, is supported by 3,770 structures including bridges, boardwalks, revetments and signposts. A report to be considered by Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet […]
New safety improvements for Ipswich pedestrians and cyclists
Better pedestrian crossings and road junctions are imminent on a key route in Ipswich due to a package of improvements to be installed by Suffolk County Council. Work on the programme of schemes between Ipswich Hospital and The Waterfront is scheduled to start next month. The works are being funded by Active Travel England and […]
Trial scheme to remove vehicles blocking road resurfacing work to begin in Suffolk
Suffolk County Council is to launch a trial scheme to remove vehicles that are blocking highways resurfacing work. The move comes following repeated issues with vehicles across Suffolk that have been left in roads where works are scheduled, despite advance warnings they were due to take place. This has led to the cancellation of entire […]
Suffolk to hold public autonomous vehicle showcases
Two showcase events will let people see for themselves how an autonomous vehicle could work in Suffolk. Residents across Suffolk are being invited to see for themselves how self-driving shuttle technology could shape the future of local travel – and to have their say on how it should work for their communities. Suffolk County Council […]
Suffolk County Council and Believ install first LEVI-funded charge point
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charge point operator (CPO) Believ has installed the first of thousands of planned public EV charge points across Suffolk as part of the council’s Plug in Suffolk Project – a programme designed to accelerate the county’s transition to sustainable transport. The project uses £5.3 million government funding through the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) scheme. This funding is administered through […]
Suffolk County Council announces £63m A12 highway improvement proposals
Suffolk County Council has unveiled a full planning application for a package of highway improvements worth in the region of £63 million along the A12. The works will be between the A12/A14 Seven Hills Junction and Woods Lane junction north of Woodbridge. They aim to enhance transport connectivity, safety, and accessibility for all users, including […]