More than 30 people were killed or seriously injured in motorway accidents in 2016 due to illegal or faulty tyres. But an 18-month study says commuters, commercial drivers and other road users can do a lot more to help reduce accidents through regular… read more
Better connections to English ports could help businesses thrive and boost the nation’s economy, a new study published today shows (Tuesday, 24 April 2018). The study of England’s port connectivity, launched at the British Port Association annual memb… read more
I am today (24 April 2018) publishing the government’s report on port connectivity, entitled Transport infrastructure for our global future: a study of England’s port connectivity. This country’s ports are a modern success story. At present around 95%… read more
The existing flood defences consist of a flood wall that has a strong concrete core. The work being carried out is replacing the sandstone cladding that covers the main part of the wall, that helps protect homes and businesses from flooding. Locals wi… read more
The Environment Agency have begun work to maintain and replace 25 metres of sandstone cladding on the Frankwell flood defences in Shrewsbury. read more