Luke Serpell describes the impact of implementing Re-flow Field Management at MJL in terms of significant time and cost savings, alongside measurable improvements in safety and operational control. Their recent case study reported the following: · More than £50,000 saved through time and resource efficiencies across the business · A 42% reduction in service strikes, driven by real-time permit visibility and better on-site awareness · 1–2 hours saved per day

Longer days, dry roads and holiday getaways may give motorists a greater sense of confidence behind the wheel, but new analysis suggests summer brings a different—and potentially more dangerous—set of risks. Research by insurer Ageas, based on 25 years of Department for Transport collision data, reveals that while many drivers associate summer with safer motoring conditions, the reality is that collisions on rural roads increase significantly during the holiday season—and are

The National Audit Office (NAO) is preparing to investigate the Lower Thames Crossing, signalling increased scrutiny of one of the UK's largest and most expensive transport infrastructure schemes as concerns continue to mount over escalating costs, funding arrangements and long-term value for money. The move follows calls from campaigners for an independent review of the project, which will create a new 2.6-mile twin-bore road tunnel beneath the River Thames between Kent and

The Government's largest infrastructure programmes continue to present a mixed picture, with HS2 retaining its highest-risk delivery status while both Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) and the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) have secured improved confidence ratings in the latest assessment from the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (Nista). Nista's Major Projects Annual Report 2025/26 provides the latest health check on 189 projects within the Government M

Work has officially started on a £15 million redevelopment of Barking Eurohub, a project that aims to restore the site as one of Britain's principal gateways for international rail freight and unlock a new era of cross-Channel logistics. The three-year programme will transform the 16-hectare east London site into a modern international intermodal freight terminal capable of handling containers and crane-liftable trailers arriving directly from mainland Europe via the Channel

House of Lords committee raises concerns over ministerial powers contained within the Railways Bill, calling for stronger parliamentary scrutiny and tighter safeguards. The Government's flagship Railways Bill, which will pave the way for the creation of Great British Railways (GBR), has come under fresh scrutiny after a House of Lords committee questioned whether ministers are being granted powers that extend beyond what is necessary. In a newly published report, the House of

Network Rail seeks public feedback on first phase of rail transformation designed to unlock capacity, improve connectivity and reshape services across the Midlands. Plans for one of the UK's most ambitious railway enhancement programmes have reached a significant milestone, with Network Rail launching a public consultation on the first phase of the £1 billion Midlands Rail Hub. The consultation focuses on a series of major infrastructure projects around Birmingham Moor Street

New strategy argues tackling congestion and controlling roadworks will be critical if London's buses are to reverse years of declining journey speeds. Transport for London (TfL) has set out a new blueprint to reverse the steady decline in bus speeds across the capital, arguing that improving public transport is no longer simply about adding more buses—it requires greater control over how London's roads are managed. The strategy, outlined in London on the Move, focuses on redu

Engineering works and a rare reverse-running trial highlight the importance of public awareness as London's tram network prepares for major infrastructure upgrades. Transport for London (TfL) has issued a renewed appeal for pedestrians and motorists to take greater care around the Croydon tram network after revealing the frequency of near misses and collisions involving the system. The warning comes as London Trams prepares for a significant programme of engineering work this

Council says maintaining roads is essential to delivering greener travel as funding pressures continue to challenge long-term network resilience. Calderdale Council is preparing to invest more than £14 million in maintaining and upgrading its highways over the coming year, arguing that well-maintained roads are fundamental to encouraging greater use of public transport, walking and cycling across the borough. The proposed programme, which will be considered by the Council's C

The warning from the Public Accounts Committee should not be dismissed as another Westminster committee producing another report that will gather dust on a shelf. If anything, it should be regarded as the single most important intervention in the future of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) since the Government committed £45 billion to the programme earlier this year. The committee's conclusion is stark: there is no convincing, fully costed plan to deliver the railway within the

Regulator acknowledges serious breaches but says early action and shareholder-backed investment made financial penalties unnecessary. Severn Trent Water has avoided a financial penalty despite being found to have committed significant breaches of its wastewater obligations, after regulator Ofwat concluded the company had taken swift and substantial action to address problems across its sewer network. The decision follows a two-year enforcement investigation into how the utili

New procurement programme aims to widen opportunities for regional contractors while supporting public sector building projects across southern and central England. Public sector procurement specialist Scape has begun the search for contractors to join its next regional construction framework, launching a procurement process for a programme expected to deliver up to £1.2 billion of public sector projects over the next four years. The framework, scheduled to become operational

National Highways closes part of Junction 6 after structural deterioration identified during inspections. A key bridge at one of the Midlands' busiest motorway junctions has been closed indefinitely after engineers identified structural deterioration that has raised significant safety concerns. National Highways has shut the northern bridge on the M42 Junction 6 roundabout, with the closure taking effect from 4pm on 13 July, following detailed inspections and ongoing structur

Royal visit marks completion of major relocation bringing key policing teams together at a new operational hub. His Majesty King Charles III has formally opened the British Transport Police's (BTP) new London headquarters, marking a significant milestone in the force's continued modernisation and its role in policing Britain's rail network. During a visit to the new headquarters on Buckingham Palace Road, The King met officers, police staff and representatives from across the

Six-year agreement will see more than 22,000 vehicle recoveries managed annually across England's strategic road network. FMG has retained responsibility for coordinating vehicle recovery operations across England's motorways and major A roads after being awarded a new long-term contract by National Highways. The agreement, secured following a competitive procurement process, will run for an initial six years, with the option to extend for a further 48 months, ensuring contin