North Northants Council has introduced an updated highways maintenance framework aimed at improving how road defects, including potholes, are identified and repaired. The move comes as senior councillors stress the need to demonstrate progress and rebuild public confidence in local road maintenance. The newly approved Highway Inspection Maintenance and Response Framework (HMIRF) replaces earlier guidance inherited from the former county council in 2019. It outlines how inspec

Cumberland Council has issued a tender notice for a substantial highways improvement programme, inviting bids for its Core Surfacing works covering the period from 2027 to 2031. The contract is valued at around £75 million excluding VAT (approximately £90 million including VAT) and is scheduled to begin on 1 April 2027, running through to 31 March 2031. There is also an option to extend the agreement by a further two years, potentially taking it to March 2033. Based in Cumbri

Transport for London (TfL) is playing a leading role in a government-backed effort to reduce employee absence, with ministers highlighting the organisation’s proactive approach to workforce wellbeing. The transport authority has joined the ‘Vanguard’ group as part of the Keep Britain Working Review, led by Sir Charlie Mayfield. This initiative brings together major employers to trial new, employer-led strategies aimed at preventing workers from leaving their jobs due to long-

Transport for London (TfL) is advising passengers to plan ahead as significant disruption is expected across the Underground network due to upcoming strike action by members of the RMT union. The planned industrial action includes a series of 24-hour walkouts between April and June, with the first phase taking place from midday on Tuesday, 21 April until midday on Friday, 24 April. TfL has warned that while some services will continue to operate, the network will face major d

National Highways is set to improve safety across the South West with £13m of investment into several schemes, starting with the A36 in Wiltshire and the A30 at Junction 29 of the M5 in Exeter. Starting this month, the government-owned company will begin targeted safety enhancements on the A36 at Codford St Peter, which has seen a number of serious collisions. One cause of these recorded collisions is the inappropriate overtaking of A36 vehicles turning left into Codford (by

The Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre was the next stop for Inspiration, the Railway 200 exhibition train, which has been touring the country since June 2025 to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway. On April 14 and 15, local Warwickshire students were invited to explore the train at the 135-acre Long Marston site, which is owned by Porterbrook. The rolling stock financier and asset management company has been a key supporter of the Railway 200 celebrations over the las

CrossCountry has published its 2026 Social Value report, highlighting the company’s growing contribution to communities, the environment, and the wider economy. Released on 17 April, the report outlines how social value is embedded across the operator’s day-to-day activities. This includes improving accessibility on the rail network, creating inclusive job opportunities, supporting local initiatives, and encouraging more sustainable travel choices. Over the past year, CrossCo

Translink has joined forces with Rail Safe Friendly, a UK-wide accredited programme, to strengthen rail safety awareness across Northern Ireland. The collaboration coincides with the introduction of a new initiative, ‘Rail Cool Rules’ (RCR), aimed specifically at Primary 7 pupils. The campaign is designed to educate young people about staying safe on and around the railway. It uses an animated video featuring Translink NI Railways staff, alongside interactive classroom materi

Great Western Railway (GWR) has teamed up with UNESCO UK to introduce a new initiative aimed at encouraging people to explore UNESCO-recognised locations across South West England. The campaign features a series of curated trails designed to guide visitors through eight notable sites, highlighting themes of sustainability, creativity, and cultural heritage. Each route has been developed to be straightforward to follow, offering insights into the unique qualities of each desti

The Scottish National Party (SNP) has revealed plans to reintegrate Transport Scotland into the core structure of the Scottish Government if it secures a majority in the upcoming Scottish Parliament elections. With current polling suggesting the party is likely to win, the proposal—outlined in its manifesto—could signal an important shift for the transport sector. The SNP says the move is part of broader public sector reforms aimed at reducing duplication, stating that Transp

Tameside Council and Sefton Council have each introduced new contractor frameworks aimed at supporting a range of infrastructure works, including structural repairs, drainage improvements, and road maintenance. Both initiatives are designed with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in mind, offering opportunities for local businesses to secure public sector contracts. Sefton Council’s framework is valued at approximately £54 million (excluding VAT) and is set to run from

Wiltshire Council has provided an update on the ongoing upgrade works at the Longfield Gyratory in Trowbridge, confirming that significant progress has been made. According to the council, the majority of resurfacing and road widening has now been completed. Improvements also include more durable road markings, wider lanes, and upgraded traffic signals. These enhancements are expected to boost junction capacity, encourage better lane use, and improve overall traffic movement.

Wigan Council has introduced an innovative flood reporting system that enables residents to submit live, location-based updates during severe weather. The platform is designed to give the council immediate insight into flooding across the borough, helping improve emergency response, recovery efforts, and future planning. The initiative was developed collaboratively by Wigan Council, KaarbonTech, and Hello Lamp Post after significant flooding over the New Year period forced ne

Residents of the East Yorkshire village of Lockington say infrequent bus services are leaving them feeling trapped and cut off from essential amenities. With only two weekday buses running to Beverley, villagers have just a limited window—around three and a half hours—to complete their errands before needing to return. For 82-year-old Kathleen Leighton, who does not drive, the rigid timetable makes daily tasks challenging. She explains that once in Beverley, there is little r

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More than 600 supervisors and apprentices have now enrolled on Supervisor Skills Level 1 (SSL1) and Supervisor Skills Level 2. This landmark digital training programme has been developed by the sector, for the sector, to raise competency, leadership capability and sustainability awareness across the UK highways workforce.   Developed collaboratively by the Supply Chain Safety Leadership Group (SCSLG) and delivered through the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation