Transport & Infrastructure

Controversial flood protection plan wins vote in Kendal


A £16million flood protection plan in Kendal has survived the second round of voting despite controversial tree felling proposals.

Investment to increase cycle spaces at railway stations


A £6.8million investment will create new cycle spaces at railway stations to encourage train commuters to travel by bike.

Final stage of £1M Parkeston pumping station overhaul underway


Work is set to get underway on the final stage of the £1M scheme.

Funding for innovative railways


Competition winners announced in latest round of funding.

Construction begins in flood protection scheme in York


Work has begun on a £45million flood protection scheme in York that will protect homes in the city centre.

Government proposes HS2 junctions to connect the North


Secretary of State for Transport Nusrat Ghani has proposed new HS2 junctions and other improvements to improve rail connections in the North.

Welsh government creates plans for road upgrades on A483


The Welsh government is putting together proposals for road improvements between junctions 3 and 6 on the A483 near Wrexham.

Scottish government introduces code of practice to speed up utility works.


The Scottish government is introducing a new code of practice that will speed up utility works and reduce disruption on roads.

Transport improvement plans to be considered by the Government


Ambitious £22 million plans for transport improvement around Sheffield will be submitted to the Government for approval.