Highways
Council reorganisation leaves 2028 highways plans uncertain
A Government review has cast doubt over some council reorganisation timetables, with implications for road maintenance, contracts and highways budgets.
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A Government review has cast doubt over some council reorganisation timetables, with implications for road maintenance, contracts and highways budgets.
Local authorities will need to show stronger asset management, transparency and professional development to secure their full share of 2026/27 highway maintenance funding.
The four-year UK framework covers public construction and refurbishment projects worth £5m or more, but is not a dedicated highways contract.
BUKO Traffic & Safety has ordered more than 300 new signals from Traffic Group Signals and will upgrade a further 260 units.
Audit Wales says highways funding has fallen 40% in real terms since 2008–09 as the council adopts a more reactive approach to road repairs.
A Cardiff Metropolitan University-led study says connected vehicles could help cities manage traffic, monitor the environment and strengthen energy resilience.
Funding will support repairs, new routes and signage as ministers seek to make walking, wheeling and cycling part of everyday travel.
Suppliers have until 30 October to comment on delivery and commercial options for infrastructure supporting open-access charging at selected motorway service areas.
Norfolk County Council has restarted its search for highways and infrastructure advisers after an earlier procurement failed to reach contract award.
Eight employees are taking part in a new year-long programme developed with Sibbald Training to address skills gaps in South East Scotland.