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Road users in Hull are advised that the Highways Agency will be carrying out ground survey works along the A63 Castle Street from early June.
Press releaseYorkshire and the Humber24 May 2013
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of the above date but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.
For details of roadworks lifted and remaining over the Bank Holiday weekend, please see the following press release: http://www.highways.gov.uk/news/press-releases/better-bank-holiday-journeys-as-highways-agency-lifts-roadworks/
Press releaseYorkshire and the Humber24 May 2013
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 24 May but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.
Press releaseWest Midlands24 May 2013
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 23 May but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.
Press releaseNorth East23 May 2013
Road users are advised that the A35 from the eastern edge of Weymouth Road roundabout to the southern edge of Stinsford roundabout and the entry slip road at the A35 / A352 Max Gate junction will be closed tonight for emergency resurfacing works.
Press releaseSouth West23 May 2013
Plans to upgrade the A1 between Leeming and Barton in North Yorkshire to a three-lane motorway have taken a step forward today (23 May 2013) with the publication of revised plans for local access provision needed for the scheme.
Press releaseYorkshire and the Humber23 May 2013
Drivers using the northbound M11 in Essex are advised that sections of the northbound carriageway will be closed overnight tonight (Thursday 23 May).
Press releaseNational23 May 2013
On the M6 southbound between junction J1 and the M1, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:45 pm.
On the A2 from Rochester towards Dartford between the junctions with the M2 and the A227, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:45 pm.
On the A66 westbound between the junctions with the A685 and the A6, there are currently delays of 20 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:45 pm.
On the A1 southbound between the junctions with the A66 and the A6136 north of Catterick, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:45 pm.
On the A38 from Sutton Coldfield towards The M1 between the junctions with the A6 and the A61 Derby, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:45 pm.
On the A1(M) southbound between junctions J50 and J48, there are currently delays of 50 mins caused by congestion due to vehicle recovery closing the road between junctions J48 and J46. Road expected to re-open from 1:15 pm.
On the A1(M) southbound between junctions J50 and J48, there are currently delays of 50 mins caused by congestion due to vehicle recovery closing the road between junctions J48 and J46. Road expected to re-open from 1:15 pm.
On the M25 anti-clockwise between junctions J3 and J1A, there are currently delays of 10 mins caused by congestion due to an earlier broken down vehicle. Normal traffic conditions expected from 2:00 pm.
The A1(M) southbound entry slip at junction J47 is closed , due to an incident. Road expected to re-open from 1:15 pm.
The A1(M) southbound entry slip at junction J48 is closed , due to an incident. Road expected to re-open from 1:15 pm.
On the M6 northbound between junctions J16 and J17, there are currently delays of 10 mins caused by congestion due to an accident closing one lane at junction J17. Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the M6 northbound between junctions J16 and J17, there are currently delays of 10 mins caused by congestion due to an accident closing one lane at junction J17. Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the A303 eastbound between the junctions with the A36 and the A360, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the A31 eastbound between the junctions with the A338 North and the M27, there are currently delays of 20 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:15 pm.
On the M5 northbound between junctions J26 and J24, there are currently delays of 15 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the M4 westbound between junctions J16 and J17, minor delays are possible due to a broken down vehicle closing one lane. Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
The A19 southbound is closed between the junctions with the A174 and the A67, due to an accident. Road expected to re-open from 1:30 pm.
On the M1 northbound exit slip at junction J34 , there are currently delays of 10 mins due to an accident closing two lanes. Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the A34 northbound between the junctions with the A44 and the M40, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the A1 northbound between the junctions with the A46 and the A638, there are currently delays of 15 mins due to an accident . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:30 pm.
On the M25 anti-clockwise between junctions J7 and J5, there are currently delays of 15 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:15 pm.
On the A120 eastbound between the junctions with the A131 South and the A131 North, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:00 pm.
On the M25 clockwise between junctions J9 and J10, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:15 pm.
On the A1 northbound between the junctions with the A6001 Biggleswade North and the A421, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:15 pm.
On the M5 northbound between junction J1 and the M6, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:15 pm.
On the A11 between Newmarket North and Norwich between the junctions with the A14 and the A47, there are currently delays of 10 mins due to heavy traffic . Normal traffic conditions expected from 1:00 pm.
On the M1 southbound between junctions J15A and J15, minor delays are possible due to a broken down vehicle closing one lane. Normal traffic conditions expected from 12:45 pm.
This work has been designed to tackle congestion at A50 — A500 Sideway by improving the traffic signals, road markings and road signs at the junction.
Type: Road project
This work has been designed to tackle congestion at the A5 Edgebold roundabout by widening the carriageway, and improving road markings and road signs.
Type: Road project
This work has been designed to tackle congestion by installing traffic signals and widening the approaches to the junction.
Type: Road project
The work has been designed to tackle congestion at the M5 junction 4 by widening the junction and creating a new lane.
Type: Road project
This work has been designed to tackle congestion by changing the way traffic on the A43 enters the M40 southbound traffic
Type: Road project
We are resurfacing the carriageway on the A66 between Morton Palms and Little Burdon roundabouts.
Type: Road project
This work has been designed to tackle congestion by realigning the carriageway and introducing traffic lights.
Type: Road project
Summary These libraries provide a snapshot of transport modelling capability in the regions to aid those who wish to undertake assessment work. They list and gives brief details of traffic models referenced to regional maps. Inclusion in the list does not necessarily mean that a model is suitable for evaluating the impact of development proposals or meeting other assessment requirements. Promoters of development and others…
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This report provides an initial assessment of the potential fire risk locations around the strategic road network (SRN), consisting of the motorways and trunk roads of England.
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M1 Junctions 28–31 Managed Motorways — Public Exhibition Boards — February 2013
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In April 2012 the Agency set four equality objectives. The Gathering Momentum document summarises progress made during the first year of delivery and demonstrates how we are giving due regard to our equality duties.
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The Health and Safety Leadership Requirements document (HSLR) sets out what we expect of our staff, suppliers, utility providers and stakeholders in demonstrating leadership to deliver health and safety excellence.
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The Pre-Qualification Pack (PQP) Guidance is designed to guide applicant companies through the pre-qualification process, offering a detailed explanation of what information the Highways Agency (HA) needs, why we are collecting it and how it will be assessed. The aim of the pack is to make the pre-qualification process as transparent, simple and consistent as…
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