Shortlisted contractors named for fifth section of A9 Dualling Programme
The shortlist of contractors for construction of the fifth section of the A9 – from Pitlochry to Killiecrankie – has been confirmed as the dualling programme continues to gather pace. The three contractors participating in the next stage of the competition for the contract to upgrade approximately 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) of the A9 to […]
Transport Scotland announces 20mph roll out in Argyll and Bute
New 20mph speed limits are being implemented in several communities across Argyll and Bute to improve road safety and save lives. The schemes are currently being implemented on sections of the trunk road in the following locations: The 20mph limits will be brought in through a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order in the first instance to […]
Transport Scotland road casualty statistics for 2024 indicate increase in road deaths
Finalised statistics released by Transport Scotland confirm there was an increase in the number of people killed in reported road collisions in Scotland in 2024 compared to 2023. However, there was a reduction in overall casualties over the same period. The Reported Road Casualties publication released today by Transport Scotland Statisticians provides finalised figures for the number […]
Clearview signs help fix bridge strike problem in Scotland
A series of signage and road marking improvements, including Vehicle Activated Signs from Clearview Intelligence, have seemingly fixed a collision problem at a low bridge on a key route in rural Scotland. Stonefield Bridge on the A85 is seven miles from the key port of Oban, which links the Scottish Mainland with the Inner and […]
Over 400,000 trees planted to prevent Rest and Be Thankful landslips
Forestry and Land Scotland’s (FLS) tree planting programme at the Rest and Be Thankful is taking shape. The first phase of planting, funded by Transport Scotland, saw 160,000 native species of trees planted on land purchased by Transport Scotland specifically for that purpose, says The Herald Scotland. FLS has now augmented that by planting a further 241,500 native […]
Transport Scotland considers traffic signal solution to A9
The Scottish Government is looking at installing traffic signals on a single carriageway section of the A9 to try to improve road safety at a notorious junction. The Herald Newspaper reports a reduced speed limit is also being considered on the road at Dunkeld, after a Perth and Kinross councillor wrote to the cabinet secretary […]
Dashcams, Drones and Digital Kerbs — The tech changing UK roads highlighted at Highways UK 2025 thanks to SWARCO, Clearway, Arcadis and Westcotec
We gathered so much content from Highways UK this year that we bring you a bonus edition today thanks to Clearway, Westcotec, Arcadis and SWARCO, which, among other things, discusses how AI, digital alerts and smarter infrastructure can reshape road safety, maintenance, and sustainability across the UK’s highways. From AI-powered asset management to digital kerb systems and carbon compliance […]
Queensferry Crossing set for reduced speed limits and carriageway closures
Drivers in Scotland are bracing themselves to face overnight carriageway closures on the Queensferry Crossing from next week. There will be reduced speed limits and overnight carriageway closures implemented, with thee routine maintenance beginning on Monday when Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will start work on the bridge’s stay-cables, says The Scotsman. An overnight […]
DfT and Transport Scotland issue Blue Badge renewal warning
Blue Badge holders across the UK have been given a warning that they could be hit with a fine of up to £1,000 if they fail to apply for a new disabled parking permit 12 weeks before their current one runs out, says the Liverpool Echo. Latest data from the Department for Transport and Transport […]
Modal shift? UK hands out £200m in free travel with no clear evidence that it reduces car reliance
A new travel benefit for older people has been launched in the UK. Free and concessionary local travel has been snapped up by one million people of working age and the benefit costs UK transport authorities more than £200 million a year. Concessions for individuals aged between 60 and the state pension age of 66 […]