National Highways has announced plans to acquire an incursion warning radar system for traffic officer vehicles, with the contract valued at up to £5 million. The system is designed to work alongside wearable devices worn by traffic officers, alerting them when a vehicle is dangerously close. This technology will help prevent accidents, enhance officer safety, and reduce the risk of serious injuries on busy roadways. The system is expected to be fitted to all 400 traffic off

National Highways has announced that it will open submissions this week for an innovation call aimed at addressing some of the organisation’s most pressing challenges — from improving road safety to enhancing the customer experience. Beginning Monday , the five-week open call will be part of National Highways’ Innovation and Research Designated Fund , inviting proposals and creative solutions to five key challenges : Improving the customer experience of journey times Increas

As part of London Poppy Day, Transport for London (TfL) has once again paired with the Royal British Legion (RBL) to honour the fallen of servicemen and women in conflicts around the world, and raise money for veterans suffering with their mental health, and offering support with wellbeing, employment and financial advice. As part of this year’s Poppy Day in the capital, 30th October 2025, TV presenter, comedian, and writer Jo Brand has been recording announcements at Victori

Transport For London London (TfL) enforcers are tracking down motorists and seizing cars off driveways as they clamp down on Ulez dodgers. According to the latest figures around 78,000 car owners are refusing to pay Ulez charges. TfL is now resorting to send bailiffs to seize cars. TfL said that it was pursuing “a specific group of drivers who persistently refuse to pay multiple outstanding penalties.” It urged people to pay up, adding: “Don't wait for our agents to knock on

Glasgow City Council has confirmed that a pilot scheme offering free public transport to residents will begin in early 2026, following more than 18 months of uncertainty about the project’s future. Councillor Angus Millar announced that around 1,000 Glasgow residents will take part in the six-week trial, responding to a question raised by Scottish Greens councillor and transport spokesperson Christy Mearns , according to the Glasgow Times . Reacting to the confirmation, Mea

Officers from the West Midlands Police Roads Policing Unit (RPU) tackled nearly 200 traffic offences during Operation Tramline last week — including one motorist caught rolling a cannabis joint while behind the wheel. Operation Tramline , a joint initiative with National Highways , involves specialist officers using an unmarked HGV to spot and respond to driving offences as they happen. The elevated cab of the lorry gives officers a clear view into vehicles, revealing a ra

An MP says there is still time for walking, cycling and public transport improvements to be included in a major expansion of the A38 through Derby. Plans to create flyovers and underpasses to ease congestion at the Little Eaton, Markeaton and Kingsway roundabouts were approved in August , more than 24 years after a public consultation on how to improve the road. It is estimated the scheme will cost £646m, but it is being opposed by a local campaign group which says it will cr

Drivers made dangerous attempts to rescue two kittens from a motorway, traffic officers have said. National Highways was alerted on 15 October to people trying to catch kittens on the hard shoulder of the M27 near Southampton, Hampshire. Officers eventually caught the pair after five days of efforts including a food trap and camera surveillance. The authority said members of the public who stopped at the scene had put themselves and other motorists in danger. The plan to catc

The Secretary of State has approved the legal orders for the North Hykeham Road, giving the county council the ability to start construction when ready. Cllr Michael Cheyne, executive member for highways, said: "This is fantastic news for the North Hykeham Relief Road project and the people of Lincolnshire, since it means we’re one step closer to starting construction early next year as planned.  "Now that we've been given the all clear by Government to move forward, the next

A new round of public consultation has opened to gather feedback on updated proposals for transport improvements along the A4 corridor connecting Bath and Bristol. Organised by the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) alongside Bath & North East Somerset Council and Bristol City Council , the consultation will run until 2 December 2025 . The A4 is a key artery linking the Central Bath and Bristol Growth Zones , part of the region’s ten-year Growth Strategy, connecting B

Traffic management specialists Blakedale are supporting Riverlinx , the consortium delivering the Silvertown Tunnel for Transport for London (TfL), by supplying and maintaining a custom fleet to ensure the tunnel operates safely and efficiently. The new Silvertown Tunnel , connecting Greenwich and west Silvertown, is the first new road tunnel in London in over three decades. It aims to relieve congestion at the nearby Blackwall Tunnel and enhance cross-river traffic flow, fo

Research suggests a lack of lines makes drivers go slower Centre white lines on some 20mph roads in Bristol won’t be repainted as part of a new safety push. Research suggests that a lack of centre lines makes drivers go slower and give more space to cyclists when overtaking. When contractors resurface roads, some of these won’t have their white lines replaced. Safety experts at Bristol City Council believe the lack of white lines could actually make the roads less dangerous,

Some of Rutland's roads will soon feature new speed devices as part of an ongoing roll out to upgrade the county's road safety infrastructure.  The second phase of a three-year project to replace all of Rutland's Speed Indicator Devices (SIDs) and Vehicle Activated Signs (VASs) with new, modern versions is about to get underway, with villages including Great Casterton and Tinwell involved.  Councillor Christine Wise, Portfolio Holder for Transport, Environment and Communities

North Lanarkshire Council, in partnership with Amey, has unveiled a new open-source digital platform designed to support local authorities in reducing the carbon footprint of the UK’s local roads network. The platform, called Knowledge Bank , allows councils to access peer-reviewed public sector materials, share case studies, and collaborate on best practices for material decarbonisation. By fostering transparency and connection, the platform aims to break down silos, reduce

One in four roadworkers has suffered mental health issues following verbal or physical abuse from the public, according to new figures.   A survey of Scotland’s trunk road maintenance companies, including Amey, BEAR Connect and Autolink, has outlined some of the challenges faced by staff while doing their jobs.   The results of the survey come at the start of a week-long drive to highlight the issue.   The findings revealed that:   One in four of staff surveyed said that the

A lack of public transport is having an impact on the West Midlands' night-time economy, a report from a university researcher suggests. Dr Patrycja Rozbicka at Aston University found 40% of audiences took public transport to events, but only 18% used it for return journeys due to poor late-night services. Train services were also unreliable after 22:00, according to her report. West Midlands Railway (WMR) said it was investing £1bn into enhancing its fleets, infrastructure a