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The National Traffic Control Centre collects real-time information on road conditions

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Lane Hog!

John Stapleton looks into why people Lane Hog and what effects it has on the driver hogging the lane and other road users.

Educating tomorrow's drivers

See how we are driving through key messages about safety on our network for the drivers of tomorrow.

Meet the Ancestors

Find out about the history of roads and the work the Agency does to preserve archaeological remains.

See when traffic will be lightest

Our traffic forecaster can help get you there quicker

Knowledge Centre

roadsign In this section you'll find a wealth of information about issues relating to our work. Get facts and figures, explore environmental issues, find statistics about road use and safety, and read a brief history of our roads.

Information about the Agency as an organisation can be found under About Us.

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Variable Message Signs (Electronic Message Signs)

Electronic information signs provide advance warning to drivers of emergencies, incidents and road management. They are aimed at improving safety and minimising the impact of congestion.

Cutting Congestion

We are continually developing new ways to ease congestion on our network. Motorway access management is one trial we have devised, incorporating intelligent traffic signals that help smooth your journeys.