Transport & traffic news daily

Published: 05 July 2023
By Chris Haycock

Today''s Major Traffic Incidents

M4 Eastbound - M4 eastbound within J3 | Eastbound | Accident Location : The M4 eastbound at junction J3 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 01:45 and 02:00 on 5 July 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:45 and 02:00 on 5 July 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Severe Disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure, 2.38 miles of Heathrow.

M2 Westbound - M2 westbound within J2 | Westbound | Overturned Vehicle Location : The M2 westbound between junctions J3 and J2 . Reason : Accident involving an overturned vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 04:45 and 05:00 on 5 July 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:45 and 05:00 on 5 July 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Severe Disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure, 2.21 miles of Rochester.

M2 Westbound - M2 J3 westbound access | Westbound | Accident Location : The M2 westbound entry slip at junction J3 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 07:15 and 07:30 on 5 July 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 07:15 and 07:30 on 5 July 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Severe Disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure, 3.27 miles of Rochester.

Net zero policy hits a new low Net zero policy in the UK has hit a new low. Before the cries of indignation – yes, it is true that the UK once had a record to be proud of. We were the first advanced economy to commit to net zero by 2050, our economy has grown by 65% whilst emissions reduced by… (Transport Wales)

RUEL bill amendments could impact transport safety regulations In September 2021, the UK government initiated a review of the retained EU laws [Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform)... The post RUEL bill amendments could impact transport safety regulations appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

Delivering Net Zero Road Transport The roundtable discussion Pathways to Net Zero – Delivering Net Zero Road Transport was held on 6th June 2023. This session focused on what is now the top priority for net zero: delivery.  Whilst the UK has some good strategies in place, it is vital now to get the right policies in place to enable the… (Transport Wales)

New Executive Directors Message I am delighted to join PACTS as its new Executive Director. I look forward to working closely with our Trustees,... The post New Executive Director’s Message appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

ITC debates how cities can achieve their net-zero carbon road maps The ITC’s Spring Discussion Webinar took place on the evening of 17th April to examine how our cities can achieve their net-zero carbon transport road maps. An expert panel was assembled with representatives from Transport for London, Nottingham City Council, Cambridge University and Arup Group and more than 50 attendees engaged in a lively and […] (Transport Wales)