Transport & Infrastructure
HS2 funding redirected to revolutionise transport across the North and Midlands
5 Oct 23
A revolution in the country’s transport infrastructure will see billions of pounds redirected from spiralling HS2 costs to build the daily connections that people depend on – unlocking potential, driving growth and transforming communities.
HS2: rumours rife over project
27 Sep 23
Speculation over the progress of HS2 is rife. Will the government curtail this massive infrastructure project short of its original destinations?
EV boost as charging hub opens
13 Sep 23
A new electric vehicle charging hub has been opened in Birmingham, which is large enough to charge 180 cars simultaneously.
Rules on onshore wind farms change
7 Sep 23
Locally elected councillors will have the power to decide local policy on onshore wind, and plans can be taken forward.
£29M upgrade for Humber flood defences
30 Aug 23
Work to help manage flood risk and improve infrastructure in north-east Lincolnshire has begun.
Supply chain confirmed for £10Bn SSEN framework
15 Aug 23
SSEN Transmission has confirmed a number of contractors have been appointed to its supply chain.
New report identifies the best and worst UK towns for ‘regeneration readiness’
26 Jul 23
A new report has revealed where public funding is urgently needed to kick-start town centre regeneration and support the Levelling Up agenda
£17M Sellafield earthworks contract awarded
19 Jul 23
The Programme and Project Partners at Sellafield have confirmed Keltbray has secured the contract to deliver a major earthworks package.