An inquest into the death of a motorcyclist in Stoke-on-Trent has heard that a pothole linked to the fatal incident had been known to the local council for several months before the crash. Andrew Freakley, 43, died on 25 September last year after his Yamaha motorcycle struck a large pothole on Park Hall Road, a 40mph route in Meir. The impact caused him to lose control and be thrown into the path of an oncoming car. The hearing was told that Stoke-on-Trent City Council had id

McCann has successfully retained its role as street lighting contractor for the London Borough of Hillingdon, following the award of a new term service contract valued at up to £18 million. Having originally been appointed in 2016, the company will now continue its work under a new agreement lasting seven years, with the possibility of extending the contract to a total of 12 years. The contract covers the upkeep of around 25,000 lighting-related assets across the borough. Thi

The UK’s fleet sector is being called on to help shape a sweeping new road safety strategy that could redefine how vehicles are managed and how roads are policed for years to come. Unveiled in January, the Government’s long-awaited strategy is the first of its kind in more than a decade. It aims to tackle stagnating progress in road safety and sets out an ambitious target: a 65% reduction in deaths and serious injuries on UK roads by 2035. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander

Motorists in the South West are being encouraged to carry out basic vehicle checks before setting off, after new figures revealed a sharp increase in breakdowns on England’s major roads. National Highways data shows that 71,254 breakdowns were recorded on motorways and major A-roads during Spring 2025—an increase of 25.6% compared with 56,702 incidents in 2022. The findings highlight how common breakdowns have become, with a new survey revealing that more than half (52%) of d

The number of London buses involved in crashes and collisions has increased in recent years, according to new data released by Transport for London (TfL). Figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request show there were 15,390 reported incidents involving buses in 2025, following nearly 16,000 in 2024. This marks a notable rise compared to 2019, when 12,857 incidents were recorded—the earliest year with comparable data. During the Covid-19 pandemic, when travel level

Across the UK and much of Europe, roadside verges and motorway embankments are an overlooked but extensive part of our infrastructure landscape. Traditionally, these spaces have been planted with grass—largely for erosion control and aesthetic uniformity. But as climate pressures intensify and cities grapple with air pollution and flooding, it may be time to rethink this approach. What if these thousands of kilometres of roadside land could do more than just look tidy? What i

Nottingham has been recognised as the leading city for bus travel in England, with the latest 2026 Your Bus Journey survey placing Nottingham City Transport (NCT) at the top for customer satisfaction and Greater Nottingham as one of the highest-rated areas overall. The independent survey, which gathers feedback from around 48,000 passenger journeys across England, Scotland and Wales, measures satisfaction across key areas including punctuality, value for money, journey times

A primary school in a Derbyshire village has received national recognition for its efforts to promote active travel, after introducing the county’s only car-free “School Street” and encouraging pupils to walk, cycle, or scoot to school. William Gilbert Endowed C of E Primary School and Nursery in Duffield, part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust, was honoured with a Mode Shift Month award after achieving full participation from pupils and their families in a campaign focused

Siemens Mobility has secured a major framework agreement with rolling stock leasing company Akiem for up to 80 Vectron locomotives, alongside unveiling a new electric and battery-powered variant of its popular platform. The initial order covers 50 locomotives, with deliveries expected to begin in 2029 and continue into 2030. The agreement also includes an option for a further 30 units. The deal coincides with the introduction of a new dual-mode electric/battery Vectron locomo

Work to modernise the railway between Huddersfield and Leeds is set to intensify over May and June, as part of the wider TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) programme aimed at delivering faster, greener, and more reliable journeys across the North. From Saturday 2 May to Monday 25 May, engineers will carry out a significant phase of work along this section of the line. A total of 56 engineering trains will be used to renew 6.2km of track and lay more than 21,000 tonnes of ballas

A new agreement between the UK and Welsh governments is set to give Wales a stronger voice in how its railways are run, with a focus on improving reliability, connectivity, and passenger experience across Wales and the English border regions. Published on 25 March 2026, the memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlines how both governments will work together under the future Great British Railways (GBR) structure. The partnership will see GBR and Transport for Wales (TfW) collab

Rail passengers in Wrexham will be among the first to benefit from a new Pay-As-You-Go ticketing system as part of wider improvements to rail services across North Wales. The rollout, led by Transport for Wales (TfW), forms part of the wider Network North Wales programme, which aims to deliver significant long-term upgrades to the region’s rail network. Ken Skates MS, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, described the changes as a “generational transformation” for

The FDA, alongside several other trade unions, has officially entered into a partnership agreement with Transport for Wales, marking a significant step in collaborative working across the Welsh transport sector. The agreement was formally signed on Friday 20 March 2026 following a year of discussions between the organisations. It brings together unions representing workers involved in delivering transport services across Wales. Jane Runeckles, FDA National Officer for Wales,

Autonomous vehicles are already being tested on London’s streets, effectively learning routes ahead of a potential commercial rollout of “robotaxi” services as early as September. However, their future in the capital remains uncertain, as Transport for London (TfL) has yet to approve their operation. Senior figures at City Hall have expressed reservations. Seb Dance, the Mayor’s Deputy for Transport, told the London Assembly that the overall benefits of autonomous vehicles (A

A new railway bridge supporting a four-way roundabout above the West Coast Main Line in Stockport has reopened after a year-long overhaul. Network Rail has invested £20m completely replacing Greek Street bridge to secure both the road above and railway below for the next 120 years. Today (Saturday 28 March) impressive time-lapse footage of the project has been released to mark the reopening of the major junction linking Stockport with Edgeley. Traffic restrictions were lifted

The scheme forms part of a wider safety improvement programme led by National Highways. As well as increasing capacity, the project will include new lighting, improved drainage, upgraded technology such as CCTV and revised emergency telephones, updated signage, and the installation of a verge safety barrier. A quieter road surface will also be laid across all lanes to reduce noise for nearby residents. The additional lane will be created within the existing road layout by mak