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Highways England 'ready' for drone threat

11/02/2019

Highways England has insisted that it has robust processes to deal with individuals deliberately disrupting the strategic road network (SRN) and other unplanned events following the Gatwick drone incident.

Van growth poses toxic problem for Government

15/01/2019

Traffic levels in Great Britain remain stable, according to the latest statistics, with the continued growth of van and lorry traffic compensating for a slight fall in car use.

Traffic officers with the force in Cornwall

03/05/2018

Highways England has extended its trial deployment of traffic officers on the A30 in Cornwall to cover this month’s two bank holidays, as estimates suggest that around 8 million leisure trips by car are planned this weekend.

Survey reveals that congestion on UK roads is getting worse

18/03/2015

Congestion on UK roads is the worst it has been for over 10 years, according to a survey carried out by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).

Traffic congestion could cost UK £300bn

14/10/2014

Traffic congestion could cost the UK economy more than £300 billion over the next 16 years, according to a study.

Summer holiday traffic set to build

23/07/2014

INRIX, a leading provider of traffic information and driver services, has released data to show that UK drivers should avoid travelling on Saturdays when heading off on holiday this summer.

Variable message signs help keep Nottingham moving

31/01/2014

Mobile Visual Information Systems (MVIS) is helping to keep Nottingham moving whilst the city undergoes a major programme of redevelopment works.

IEA wants Government to introduce voluntary road pricing

18/06/2013

Research carried out by the Institute of Economic Affairs shows that the introduction of a voluntary pricing mechanism for road usage would have a sizeable impact on traffic and congestion.

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£40,221 - £44,428 + 12% Attraction + Retention Payment equating to actual pay £45,047 - 49,759
This is an exciting opportunity to join us as a Senior Engineer. Lincolnshire
Recruiter: Lincolnshire County Council

Service Manager - Highways (Asset and Traffic)

£48,474 to £51,515
A vacancy has become available for a Service Manager to join and manage our successful Highways Assets and Traffic team. Torbay, Devon
Recruiter: SWISCo

Traffic Management Technician - WMF1090e

Salary £26,421 - £27.334
This is a role for Traffic Management Technician to be based in the Eden area. Penrith, Cumbria
Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Assistant Arboricultural Consultant

£26100 - £30706 per annum + + 26 Days Leave & Defined Benefit Pension
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Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic

£27,507 - £29,418
You will need to be suitably experienced, hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent). Derby
Recruiter: Derbyshire County Council

Principal Engineer - Highways Development Management

£48,378 - £51,571
You will play a lead role on all major highway development proposals across West Northampton. One Angel Square, Northampton
Recruiter: West Northamptonshire Council

Transport Planning & Data Manager - CMB1061e

£62,273 - £65,017
Cumberland Council is a dynamic and forward-thinking authority dedicated to enhancing public services Cumbria
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Transport Planner (Area Travel Plans) OCC616326

£39,186 - £42,403 per annum
It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, or where you’re going, it’s about the journey. Oxfordshire
Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

2x Technical Lead (Area Travel Plans) OCC616320

£43,421 - £46,464 per annum
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Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

Assistant Transport Planner OCC616317

£29,269 - £32,076 per annum
It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, or where you’re going, it’s about the journey. Oxfordshire
Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

Principal Engineer - Highways Development Management

£48,378 - £51,571
We are looking for an experienced and talented professional to join West Northampton Council as our Highways Development Principal Engineer. One Angel Square, Northampton
Recruiter: West Northamptonshire Council

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£36,648 - £39,186 per annum
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and self-motivated engineer to join our Structural Highway Maintenance Team. Warwickshire / Countywide
Recruiter: Warwickshire County Council

Highway Asset and Development Manager

Grade N Scp 50 £59,031 to Scp 53 £62,076, plus car allowance
To be responsible for leading, developing and delivering an effective, efficient and safe Highway Asset Management Service Bolton, Greater Manchester
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Highways Engineer

£37,336 - £39,186
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Engineer

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UGO Bus Driver

Up to £23344 per annum
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Parking Finance and Debt Officer RBKC616576

£37,575 - £41,286 per annum
In Kensington and Chelsea, we put local people and local businesses at the heart of decision-making Kensington and Chelsea, London (Greater)
Recruiter: The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Street Services Officer RBKC616598

£31,716 - £35,862 per annum
Keeping our streets safe and our road-users well-informed Kensington and Chelsea, London (Greater)
Recruiter: The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

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£42,403 - £43,421
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Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

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£29,777 - £32,076 (pay award pending)
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