A proposal to permanently close part of Glasgow’s M8 motorway has been included among options to address the ageing Woodside viaducts, which carry around 150,000 vehicles a day along the northern edge of the city centre. Transport Scotland has launched a public consultation outlining three potential long-term solutions: repairing the existing viaducts, replacing them, or removing them entirely and diverting through-traffic onto the M74 south of the city. The viaducts, now 55

Greater Manchester’s plans to bring commuter rail services into the Bee Network by the end of 2026 mark a significant step toward full public transport integration in the city region. Mayor Andy Burnham’s proposals would see rail join franchised buses and locally controlled trams under mayoral oversight for the first time. The move is positioned as central to the region’s long-term “2050 vision” and framed explicitly as a tool for economic growth. Poor connectivity limits acc

Sir Sadiq Khan has given formal approval for the pedestrianisation of a major stretch of Oxford Street, with vehicles set to be removed by September. The Mayor of London has instructed Transport for London (TfL) to implement plans to close Oxford Street to traffic between Great Portland Street and Orchard Street. City Hall said the decision followed a second consultation on traffic diversions, which received around 2,700 responses, with a majority backing the proposals. Under

An inspirational teenager from Gateshead was treated to an unforgettable railway experience by Network Rail and train operator LNER in recognition of his outstanding fundraising efforts. Jack Thompson, 17, has raised more than £220,000 for Young Lives vs Cancer, the leading UK charity for children and young people with cancer (0-25) and their families. The charity which has supported him since he was diagnosed with a brain tumour as a baby. Network Rail and LNER joined forces

Passengers travelling through London Euston will see a series of improvements this spring as Network Rail rolls out upgrades aimed at enhancing accessibility, comfort and customer service at the busy station. Work begins on 2 March to refurbish the Assisted Travel Lounge, creating a more accessible and welcoming space for passengers who require additional support. Seating capacity will increase from 18 to 27, while the ceiling, flooring, lighting and furniture will all be rep

As we all know carbon management is growing in prominence, and we’re entering an era when clients expect job-level carbon evidence integrated into everyday work – and clear reporting to prove it. Most will already be familiar with the general idea of carbon frameworks like PAS 2080 – if not, the Institute of Civil Engineers has a good explainer – but actually capturing carbon data in practice is often easier said than done, even more so in industries already juggling audit s

The East Midlands Mayor has dismissed a request from Nottinghamshire County Council to allocate all unassigned regional transport funding to its highways budget, saying the proposal “was never going to be accepted by anyone else”. At a January meeting of the East Midlands Combined Authority (EMCCA) transport committee, Councillor Bert Bingham argued Nottinghamshire was facing “underfunding” and a “lack of representation” after being allocated £47M for highways in 2026/27 — ar

A Cambridgeshire MP is urging the Government to rethink how road repairs are funded, arguing that current formulas fail to reflect the high cost of maintaining roads built on peat soil. Ian Sollom, Liberal Democrat MP for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire, has written to Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood highlighting what he describes as the “magnitude” of the problem in the county. He previously raised the issue in the House of Commons with Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander. S

Sensors designed to detect rising water levels and prevent road closures are being installed along key routes in Gloucestershire as part of a 12-month pilot scheme. Gloucestershire County Council is fitting the devices on Cirencester Road in Charlton Kings, as well as St George’s Road and Pittville Circus in Cheltenham. The aim is to improve response times during heavy rainfall and reduce disruption to motorists and residents. The system uses sound wave technology to monitor

The recent revelations about bogus skills cards in the UK construction sector shouldn’t shock anyone. What they reveal is far more concerning: a system built on assumptions, convenience, and blind trust, all while the stakes couldn’t be higher. For years, contractors and regulators have leaned on digital platforms like CSCS Smart Check and GQA’s verification tools, assuming that a scan or a quick click guarantees competence. But the reality is that these systems were never d

Teams at Network Rail Anglia have pulled out all the stops to give Austin, an eight-year-old train enthusiast from Suffolk, a day to remember at Liverpool Street station. Austin’s passion for the railway was born during lockdown in 2020, watching the trains from his back garden. As things returned to normal, the railway adventures started – travelling the length and breadth of the country. His dad set up Austin’s Rail Adventures on Instagram and X to document their journeys,

Norfolk County Council has approved 99 new highway improvement projects for 2026–27 as part of its Parish Partnership Programme, reaffirming its commitment to working closely with town and parish councils. Now in its fifteenth year, the scheme enables local communities to propose and co-fund small-scale transport improvements that reflect local priorities — from enhancing pedestrian safety to reducing vehicle speeds and improving access for walking and cycling. Ahead of next

A coroner has called on National Highways to review the safety of a motorway junction following the deaths of two women in a collision involving a car and a bus. Rita Thomas and Christine Dale were travelling northbound up the exit ramp at Junction 37 of the M6 when their car collided with a bus on the A684 on 19 September 2024. Both women later died at Royal Preston Hospital from multiple traumatic injuries, a joint inquest heard. Assistant coroner for Cumbria, Robert Cohen,

Shropshire Council is set to consider cancelling the long-planned Shrewsbury North West Relief Road (NWRR) after a report concluded the project is no longer affordable. Councillors will debate the recommendation at a full council meeting on 26 February. The proposal relates specifically to the Department for Transport (DfT)-funded section between Holyhead Road and Battlefield. A separate western element, the Oxon Link Road (A5 Churncote to Holyhead Road), is under a different

More than 500 bridges on the UK rail network are classed as high risk for scour – erosion around foundations caused by fast-flowing rivers. When water levels rise above set thresholds, these structures must be closed until inspections confirm they are safe, often leading to costly disruption. Closures can generate significant “delay minute” charges for Network Rail, particularly on busy routes. Traditionally, post-flood inspections rely on divers, who must wait for safe condi

Leeds City Council has become the first authority in Yorkshire to introduce ‘cross-pavement’ electric vehicle (EV) charging, allowing residents without off-street parking to charge from their home electricity supply. Up to 115,000 households in the city that do not have driveways are now eligible to apply for an installation. The move is designed to remove one of the biggest barriers to EV ownership — access to affordable home charging. The scheme is being trialled in partner