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Van driver jailed for 10 years over fatal M23 roadworks crash
Vilius Domarkas was over the alcohol limit when his van struck highways worker Anthony Howe near Gatwick, Lewes Crown Court heard.
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Vilius Domarkas was over the alcohol limit when his van struck highways worker Anthony Howe near Gatwick, Lewes Crown Court heard.
National Highways says a £9.8m scheme between Kennards House and Five Lanes will improve six junctions, but diversion routes are already causing congestion in…
Network Rail has delivered safety workshops and resources to 66 schools along the Haymarket to Dalmeny route.
A feasibility study says linking collision records to Ordnance Survey road data could improve validation and expand official casualty statistics.
County councillors have unanimously called for a multi-agency response and clearer police powers to tackle illegal vehicles.
Industry bodies have issued a risk-based framework for selecting additional protection at temporary traffic management sites.
The proposed roadworks code sets out revised guidance on pedestrian access, cycle routes, closures and works near level crossings and tramways.
National Highways says incursions are putting roadworkers at risk and causing motorway closures and diversions.
National Highways’ £9.8m project targets a junction linked to three deaths, but councillors say its traffic management is shifting disruption into nearby communities.
Research funded by the Motability Foundation says 77% of deaf and hard-of-hearing public transport users encounter accessibility barriers, affecting independence and confidence.