Traffic & travel news roundup

Published: 08 October 2025
By Chris Haycock

Today''s Major Traffic Incidents

M40 Northbound - M40 J7 northbound exit | Northbound | Broken down vehicle Location : The M40 northbound exit slip at junction J7 . Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 02:45 and 03:00 on 8 October 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 02:45 and 03:00 on 8 October 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Severe Disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure, 7.23 miles of Chinnor.

Member Spotlight: IMPACT IMPACT: Strengthening Post-Collision Safety Across the UK IMPACT – the Centre for Post-Collision Research, Innovation and Translation – is pioneering... The post Member Spotlight: IMPACT appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

Parliamentary & Policy Updates Following the Summer Recess, Parliament featured several important developments in transport safety. Key highlights include DfT ministerial changes, innovative rail... The post Parliamentary & Policy Updates appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

ITC 2025 Annual Lecture The ITC is delighted to announce our 2025 Annual Lecture on Wednesday 1st October at 17:00 (UK time) exploring: How can transport contribute towards economic growth and productivity? Our highly distinguished Lecturers will be Vicky Pryce, Chief Economic Advisor to the CEBR and previously joint head of the UK Government Economic Service; and Bridget Rosewell CBE, Senior Independent Director […] (Transport Wales)

In memoriam Sir Terry Farrell It is with great sadness that the ITC has learned of the death of our Patron, Sir Terry Farrell CBE. Sir Terry was a longstanding supporter of the ITC’s work and mission and a Patron of the charity since 2012. He will be much missed and we offer our condolences to his family. (Transport Wales)

'We need more trains to balance family and work' BBC News - Rail passengers travelling between Goole and Leeds want more direct regular train services so they can get to and from work, while also being able to get home for childcare. (Various)