Plans to accelerate development across the Oxford–Cambridge corridor have prompted a wide range of reactions, with readers voicing differing priorities on transport, infrastructure and investment. The Government has announced up to £800 million in funding to support land acquisition and infrastructure, with proposals that could allow authorities to compulsorily purchase land from owners seen to be delaying progress. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the initiative is designed

Staffordshire County Council has agreed a major programme of highways and transport investment designed to fix roads, tackle long-standing issues, improve safety, provide travel choices and keep Staffordshire Moving. The £138 million Combined Highways and Transport Capital Programme brings road maintenance and improvement schemes into a single programme, supporting both the Local Transport Plan and the Staffordshire Highways Roadmap to a Better Network. Around £72 million of

Progress in improving safety on England’s strategic road network has plateaued, with new analysis indicating National Highways is unlikely to meet its current government target. The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) found that 1,931 people were killed or seriously injured in 2024 , a slight rise on the previous year. However, when adjusted for increased traffic levels, the casualty rate remained unchanged at 19.9 per billion vehicle miles —one of the lowest figures recorded out

Drivers are being warned of a series of overnight closures on the A47 as work progresses on major upgrades to the route. National Highways has confirmed the road will be shut in both directions between the Cucumber Lane roundabout at Brundall and the Acle roundabout from 8pm to 6am on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 March . Traffic management in place Diversions will be in operation during the closures, while residents in North Burlingham will be escorted through the affected str

Major roadworks at a key junction in Cockermouth are expected to be completed before Easter, according to a senior highways official, as concerns continue over disruption and communication. The works on Station Road , which began on March 17 , have seen the route փակ in both directions while essential repairs are carried out between Lorton Street (B5292) and Gallowbarrow (A5086) . “Do it properly” approach Cumberland Council’s assistant director of highways and transport, Ka

Roads around a Herefordshire village are still being described as unsafe despite hundreds of repair attempts over the past two years. Figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request show that 218 pothole patching jobs have been carried out in the area since 2023, across 17 contractor visits , at an estimated cost of more than £10,500 . Calls for long-term solution Frustration among residents has led to a petition calling for a complete resurfacing of the affected

Transport for London is racing to avoid a wave of Tube strikes that could disrupt journeys across the capital over the next two months. Commissioner Andy Lord said he is hopeful ongoing discussions with the RMT union will lead to a resolution before the first planned walkout begins at midday on 24 March . Negotiations continue despite deadlock Talks earlier this week between TfL and the RMT failed to produce an agreement, but further negotiations are scheduled. Lord said he

Every borough in Greater Manchester will benefit from night bus services under a major package of improvements to the Bee Network, aimed at boosting connectivity, jobs and the region’s night-time economy. Mayor Andy Burnham has unveiled 36 service changes , marking the most significant upgrade to the network since bus franchising was completed in January last year. 24-hour network across the city-region For the first time, all 10 boroughs will have access to 24-hour bus ser

Passengers travelling on trains in and out of Liverpool Lime Street station will soon have a dedicated waiting lounge to make travelling easier and more accessible. Network Rail has invested £400,000 to create a new Assisted Travel Lounge in the main station concourse, which will open on Tuesday March 31. The space has been transformed into a quiet and welcoming waiting area for passengers with additional mobility and sensory needs, with a dedicated team on hand to help.  The

c2c Railway has carried out a full-scale emergency exercise at Southend Central station , working alongside Essex County Fire and Rescue Service to test its response to a simulated fire incident. The hour-long drill involved a mock evacuation , complete with a live 999 call, imitation smoke and the deployment of three fire crews, designed to put the operator’s emergency procedures into practice. Realistic fire scenario tested The exercise was based on a scenario in which smo

Cumberland Council has marked a key milestone in the delivery of the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) with the installation of two large steel sculptures at newly constructed roundabouts. Created by local artist Ellie Barden of Grace Forge , the installations at Durdar and Brisco roundabouts signal visible progress on the major infrastructure scheme as it moves closer to completion. Celebrating local identity The sculptures were developed following public engagement in 202

Leicestershire County Council is considering relocating its Melton Mowbray highways depot to the main construction compound used for the town’s new distributor road. The site, located off the A606 Nottingham Road , is currently occupied by contractor Galliford Try and its partners as the headquarters for the North East Melton Mowbray Distributor Road (NE MMDR) project, which is due to open before the end of May. Replacement needed for expiring depot lease The move comes as t

Wiltshire Council has begun the process of renewing its Highways Works Framework, inviting contractors to express interest in delivering a range of specialist highway services. The framework will cover construction, foundation and surface works across the county’s road network, supporting both routine maintenance and wider highway improvement programmes. Flexible access to specialist suppliers The new arrangement is designed to give the council access to multiple approved su

The transport secretary has formally revoked the development consent order (DCO) for the long-running Stonehenge Tunnel scheme, bringing the controversial project to a definitive end. The decision removes the legal powers granted to National Highways to deliver the A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down upgrade , which included a proposed 3.3km tunnel beneath the Stonehenge World Heritage Site , alongside a new bypass and junction improvements. Funding and policy shifts drive decision

A £10,000 donation from National Highways’ Community Legacy Fund has helped pave the way for a playground upgrade at a Greater Manchester primary school. St Anne’s Primary in Denton received the funding to replace its former infant playground which was no longer fit for purpose due to its condition.     The funding meant the area could be resurfaced and covered with artificial grass to provide a safe outdoor environment for children to enjoy.     National Highways Programme D

Motorists are now travelling along the route of the new dual carriageway between Blofield to North Burlingham for the first time. The opening of this new 2.6 mile stretch of smooth road is a major milestone for the project which is just a few months away from opening. Once finished the new dual carriageway is set to significantly improve safety whilst also increasing capacity – it is estimated that 30,000 vehicles use this section daily. It is also set to boost the potential