Leeds City Council has agreed a four-year extension to its engineering services contract with WSP, continuing a long-standing collaboration supporting the city’s highways and transport network. The renewed agreement builds on a partnership that began in 2003, under which WSP has delivered a wide range of technical and consultancy services across Leeds. These have included transport policy development, traffic management, Urban Traffic Management and Control (UTMC) signal oper

A new vehicle restraint system has been installed at the Fort Bovisand housing development, addressing the unique safety demands of its exposed coastal setting while maintaining the visual character of the site. Positioned on a dramatic cliff-top overlooking the sea, the development required a permanent barrier solution capable of delivering reliable vehicle containment without introducing a harsh or industrial appearance into a residential environment. The location presented

Transport for London's (TfL) approach to meeting the needs of disabled passengers is "lacking depth and nuance", a new City Hall report has found. The London Assembly Transport Committee said TfL's work to improve accessibility remained "surface level", despite repeated pledges to make the network more inclusive. Its month-long investigation looked into barriers faced by London's disabled population - made up of 1.2 million people - and found a lack of step‑free access and li

Describing the condition of the UK’s roads as a “problem” no longer does it justice. For many drivers, the scale of deterioration has reached crisis point. Anyone who has taken to the roads recently will be familiar with the jolting impact of deep craters, crumbling edges and temporary repairs already breaking apart. The scale of the issue is reflected in new figures from The AA. In January alone, the organisation responded to almost 69,000 call-outs linked to vehicle damage

Joe Docherty has been appointed as Group Head of Health and Safety, bringing extensive cross-sector experience to the role and strengthening the organisation’s long-term commitment to safeguarding its workforce and stakeholders. Docherty joins from Amey, where he developed broad expertise across health, safety, wellbeing, environmental and quality functions. His career has spanned multiple industries and operational settings, including complex, safety-critical environments, g

Viral food sensation Spudman is teaming up with London Northwestern Railway (LNR) to give away 730 free jacket potatoes in celebration of the operator’s new Class 730 trains. The month-long collaboration marks the introduction of the new fleet on the Trent Valley Line, strengthening connections between London and parts of Cheshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Buckinghamshire. Fans will have three opportunities to grab a free loaded spud, with events taking place across th

The contractor for Exceat Bridge replacement project has been announced. East Sussex County Council has awarded Jackson Civil Engineering a contract to replace a Victoria bridge. Exceat Bridge carries the A259 across the River Cuckmere, within the Seven Sisters Country Park, which is itself in the South Downs National Park. East Sussex County Council considers the A259 to be an important route for economic connectivity, linking communities from the east of the County along th

A new Roads Policing Unit (RPU) Tasking Team will officially go live on 16 February 2026, reinforcing efforts to reduce road-related harm across the Thames Valley. The specialist team has been established to enhance the region’s response to dangerous driving and serious collisions, supporting a safer environment for all road users. Operating across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire, the unit will adopt a data-led approach to identifying the areas and behaviours prese

Road rage has become a defining feature of UK driving culture, with almost half of drivers (47%) saying they have experienced road rage while driving, a new study suggests. One in six (15%) drivers say it happens often, while almost a third (31%) experience it occasionally – suggesting road rage is now the norm rather than the exception on Britain’s roads, according to the research by road safety tech brand Ooono. The research, conducted among more than 2,000 UK drivers, high

A consortium comprising Siemens Mobility and Stadler has secured a landmark contract from DSB to supply 226 fully automated, four-car trainsets, with an option for up to 100 additional units. Valued at approximately €3 billion, the agreement will create the world’s largest open railway system operating with automated train operation (ATO). The project marks a major step forward in Denmark’s rail modernisation strategy and the evolution of driverless urban transport. Division

Planned industrial action across Greater Manchester’s Bee Network has been avoided after staff at Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) voted to accept a new multi-year pay agreement. The deal brings an end to a long-running dispute that saw strike action last year, with employees represented by Unite the Union and UNISON. In ballots held earlier this week, 87% of UNISON members and 85% of Unite members voted in favour of the revised offer. Under the agreement, staff will r

Transport for London (TfL) has awarded M Group a major five-year contract to maintain its bridges and civil structures, with the option to extend the agreement by a further three years. The contract was awarded following a competitive tender conducted under the Competitive Flexible Procedure of the Procurement Act 2023. M Group Transport (Rail and Aviation) was selected as the preferred bidder to deliver essential maintenance services across TfL’s railway infrastructure. Valu

Amey marked National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2026 by hosting a new artificial intelligence workshop for its apprentices, underlining its commitment to equipping early-career professionals with future-ready skills. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week theme, Skills for Life , highlights the rapid pace of change driven by AI and the increasing importance of digital capability across all sectors of the economy. To mark the occasion, Amey welcomed 25 apprentices from across

Amey marked National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2026 by hosting a new artificial intelligence workshop for its apprentices, underlining its commitment to equipping early-career professionals with future-ready skills. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week theme, Skills for Life , highlights the rapid pace of change driven by AI and the increasing importance of digital capability across all sectors of the economy. To mark the occasion, Amey welcomed 25 apprentices from across

Mark Francois has voiced frustration in the House of Commons over what he described as a lack of progress on the proposed Lower Thames Crossing. The MP for Rayleigh and Wickford questioned whether the multi-billion-pound scheme will ever move forward, citing mounting congestion on key routes in south Essex. Speaking during Transport Questions on 12 February, he said the A13 and A127 are operating at almost full capacity during peak hours and argued that the new crossing would

Jacobs, in strategic partnership with PA Consulting, has been awarded a four-year contract extension by the Department for Transport to continue leading the National Security Science and Research (NSSR) programme. The NSSR programme is designed to demonstrate how government and industry can collaborate to fast-track innovation into practical solutions that enhance security and resilience across the UK’s air, road and rail networks. Working alongside Jacobs and PA Consulting,