Sunderland transport cabinet backs £10.9m highways programme
Plans for a £10.9 million programme of works to improve and maintain Sunderland’s roads, bridges and transport links have been approved by the City Council’s cabinet, says North East Bylines. The programme, described by city leaders as “vital for keeping the city moving”, outlines the roads and structures scheduled for repair or renewal, as well […]
Plans for Glasgow congestion charge to fund Clyde Tunnel maintenance criticised
Glasgow City Council has repeatedly warned it is struggling to afford the maintenance of the Clyde Tunnel, which is not classed as being part of the national road network. In order to fund the maintenance programme a congestion charge had been mooted, but that, according to Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar, would “punish motorists for […]
Roadchef accelerates long-term growth with £300m investment and five 75-year lease extensions
Roadchef has announced a new agreement with National Highways and the Department for Transport to secure the lease extension on five of its sites for a further 75 years. The sites where the leases have been extended are Clacket Lane Eastbound and Westbound, Northampton Northbound and Southbound, Sandbach Northbound and Southbound, Strensham Northbound and Watford […]
Deadline approaches for highways professionals to apply for future skills funding
Highways and transport professionals looking to upgrade their skills this year are being reminded that funding support is available through the Rees Jeffreys Road Fund, but that the deadline is in ten days’ time. The charity is offering grants of up to £10,000 through its Ready for the Future programme, aimed at helping people develop […]