A road in Motherwell has become the first in the UK to trial an innovative technology that partially replaces bitumen in asphalt with recycled plastic, marking a significant step toward more sustainable road construction. The pilot is part of Live Labs 2 , a three-year, £30 million national programme funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) and led by ADEPT . The initiative aims to decarbonise local highway networks by reducing emissions from resurfacing projects while

The government has announced a £10 million fund to develop innovative solutions to overcome grid constraints when it comes to installing electric vehicle chargers on the strategic road network, including more rural areas. Private operators are invited to apply for a share of the funding to develop solutions using renewable energy sources such as solar, alongside energy storage systems like batteries, to avoid the need for expensive grid upgrades at ‘harder-to-power’ locations

Wiltshire Council has sharply criticised the government’s decision to revoke planning permission for the Stonehenge tunnel project, calling the move a major setback for the region. The Stonehenge tunnel , part of the wider A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down upgrade , was intended to ease chronic congestion and improve traffic flow around the World Heritage site. However, the scheme has now been formally cancelled after the government revoked its Development Consent Order (DCO)

Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council has opened a tender for a new highways surface dressing contract, covering selected roads within its network. The project carries an estimated value of up to £5 million . The contract is set to begin on 2 April 2026 and run until 1 April 2031 , with the option for an extension to 1 April 2034 — potentially extending its duration to eight years in total. Under the agreement, the appointed contractor will undertake annual surface dressing

The City of Wolverhampton Council has unveiled a new £150 million highways works framework covering the Black Country region. Running from April 2026 to March 2030 , with the potential for a one-year extension, the framework will succeed the Black Country Minor Works Framework , which currently includes Colas among its contractors. This four-year agreement will enable local authorities across the West Midlands to commission a wide range of highways-related projects. The sco

A PENSIONER has stopped paying his council tax in protest, claiming a “dangerous” section of road near his home is being ignored by the council – who insist it’s not bad enough to fix. David Johnson, 77, from Cliffe Woods, a small village near Rochester in Kent, says he’s had enough of being fobbed off after months of complaining about road damage outside his home. The retired builder told KentOnline: “Every time I drive over it, I hear scraping underneath the car. “To avoid

Over the weekend, a train journey turned into a scene of unimaginable horror. On board a London North Eastern Railway service, a knife attacker moved through the carriages, injuring multiple passengers. In the midst of this chaos, a member of staff acted without hesitation, placing themselves directly in the path of the attacker to protect others. That staff member now fights for their life. It’s a stark reminder of the risks faced every day by people whose work puts them in

National Highways has published a comprehensive report identifying 182 high-priority locations across the strategic road network where outfalls or soakaways present a significant risk of pollution to surrounding waterways. The announcement highlights the organisation’s commitment to tackling road run-off and protecting water quality as part of its wider environmental and sustainability objectives. Run-off pollution occurs when rainwater or surface water flows over roads and

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