Tameside and Sefton publish vetted framework contractors list
Tameside Council and Sefton Council have created separate lists of vetted contractors to assist with structural repairs, drainage works, and carriageway maintenance. The councils have both listed their frameworks as particularly suitable for SMEs. Sefton Council’s framework, says North West Places, has an estimated value of £54m, excluding VAT. The framework will be active between […]
World Public Transport Day highlights transport’s role in connecting communities
The first World Public Transport Day is highlighting the role of transport in connecting people and communities, with evidence from the National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) emphasising the importance of inclusive journeys across the UK. Launched in 2023 with funding from the Motability Foundation, ncat has established itself as the first national evidence base […]
Powering Seamless Mobility: Registrations now open for ITS Australia’s Mobility 2026
Registrations are now open for Mobility 2026, ITS Australia’s premier mobility conference, that brings together government, industry and academia to explore how technology, data and collaboration are shaping the future of transport. From 27-28 May at QUT’s Kelvin Grove, Brisbane campus and with State Host Partner Queensland Government, Event Partner Queensland University of Technology and Supporting […]
Wigan launches DfT award-nominated flood reporting system
Wigan Council has launched a new public flood reporting system that allows residents to submit live, geo-located flood reports, giving the council real-time visibility during severe weather and improving how theborough responds to, recovers from and plans for future flood events. The new approach, shortlisted in 2025 for the Department for Transport’s Special Recognition Award […]
MAV Systems launches BayiQ ANPR camera
MAV Systems has announces the launch of its new BayiQ ANPR camera, a purpose-built solution designed to help transport authorities, parking operators, and local councils maximise bay utilisation, reduce misuse, and improve the overall driver experience. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates across the UK and beyond, the demand for smarter, more efficient parking and EV […]
Mobility scooter KSI statistics ‘worryingly high’, say experts
The number of people killed and injured in mobility scooter collisions on Britain’s roads remains concerningly high, experts say, warning that this vulnerable group continues to be overlooked. The latest Department for Transport (DfT) road casualty data shows 12 people were killed and 323 people were injured in collisions involving mobility scooters in 2024. The […]
“The symptom of an underfunded network” – AIA Chair responds to Transport Secretary’s pothole incident
David Giles, Chair of the Asphalt Industry Alliance (AIA), has responded to yesterday’s news that Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander’s car had to be towed after hitting a pothole. “Heidi Alexander’s experience is unfortunately one that is shared by many and highlights, yet again, the woeful condition of our local roads. Thankfully it was only the […]
SNP pledges to scrap Transport Scotland
The Scottish National Party has announced it will bring Transport Scotland back within the Scottish Government if it wins a majority in next month’s Scottish Parliament elections. Latest polls predict the party will win when voters go to the polls, so this announcement, tucked away inside the document, may be significant for the Scottish transport […]
Wellcome news: Genome Campus secures Government backing for AV study
Cambridgeshire could be the location of the UK’s first autonomous vehicle route as the Wellcome Genome Campus embarks on a ‘game-changing’ study to help boost connectivity and growth in the region. The Campus is investigating the potential for a dedicated route for electric autonomous vehicles between the Hinxton-based site and Whittlesford Parkway railway station. This […]
Connecting communities: Government opens structure repair fund
The Government is backing councils across England to fix crumbling bridges, failing flyovers and deteriorating tunnels as the new Structures Fund opens. Decades of neglected infrastructure have led to weight-restricted crossings adding miles to everyday journeys and deteriorating flyovers, leaving communities unsure when the next closure will come. The new fund will put money directly […]