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

London is taking major strides to become a city where walking and cycling are safer, easier, and more appealing for everyone. New data from Transport for London (TfL) highlights the progress made over the past year, with significant investments helping boroughs redesign streets, expand cycle networks, and create safer routes for children and pedestrians. Between April 2024 and April 2025, TfL’s £80.85 million Local Implementation Plan funding supported a wide range of project

The Swedish-based road-and-work-zone safety specialist Ramudden Global, owned by Triton since 2017, is now formally up for sale and may command a valuation in excess of SEK 40 billion (£2.9 billion+), according to insider reports.With major investment banks engaged, the exit process is expected to run into the winter. For UK firms operating in the same safety, traffic-management and digital-infrastructure services market, this development raises several strategic consideratio

After seven years of ownership, Triton is preparing to exit its investment in Ramudden owners of Chevron, Highway Care and HRS in the UK. The road safety company, which owns Chevron and HRS in the UK has grown rapidly through acquisitions and expansion in North America, could be valued at more than SEK 40 billion (£2.9 billion) , according to Affärsvärlden ’s sources. Ramudden is a global road safety company with 5,400 employees , owned by the private equity firm Triton . Th

The A57 Link Road proposals. National Highways has apologised following unexpected chaos for motorists. The Tameside villages of Hollingworth, Mottram, Hattersley all saw huge levels of congestion due to roadworks at Back Moor on Monday. The works were thought to be part of the A57 link road project. The A57 link road scheme, also known as the Mottram Bypass, is estimated to be worth around £228m and has been designed to tackle congestion between Manchester and Sheffield. A n

West Sussex County Council says its highways team has spent the past six months strengthening the county’s road network ahead of winter. The work has focused on repairing potholes, improving road surfaces and ensuring the network can cope with severe weather. Between April and September, crews carried out essential maintenance to help keep West Sussex moving safely through the colder months. As winter approaches, the council says drainage clearance is being stepped up to help

Winvic Construction Ltd has been recognised for its industry-leading approach to collaboration and project delivery, with the Orwell Bridge Westbound Joint Replacement project winning the Judges’ Outstanding Achievement Award at this year’s National Highways Asset Community East (ACE) “Better Together” Awards. Delivered through National Highways’ Scheme Delivery Framework (SDF) in the East Region, the project exemplified Winvic’s commitment to collaboration, innovation, custo

A central York bridge is set to be closed for two months next year for urgent repair work after authorities identified significant corrosion and deterioration on the cast-iron structure. The £1.9 million project will affect Lendal Bridge , a Grade II listed Victorian bridge spanning the River Ouse between Station Road and Museum Street. Vehicle traffic will be prohibited for eight weeks starting April 2026 , though pedestrian access will remain open throughout the works. Ci

As the weather turns colder and wetter, National Highways is reminding drivers to check tyre labels when buying new tyres, as they contain information on the performance of a tyre and can help with making informed decisions around what tyre is right for you. Over half of drivers said they were unaware tyre labels had to be legally displayed when buying new tyres. Tyres rated A for wet grip can stop up to 18 metres shorter than E-rated tyres at 50mph. Drivers are encouraged to