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At National Highways, we’re committed to transparency and accountability in the use of artificial intelligence (AI), including our chatbot, Highway. We understand the importance of explaining the answers given by AI systems. This statement aims to provide you with an understanding of how Highway operates and how it gives answers. 1. Chatbot overview Highways i…

What's happening In this section We’ve introduced improvements to The Highway Code so drivers can more easily find information on how to drive on high-speed roads, including smart motorways. The update includes: clearer advice on where to stop in an emergency the importance of not driving in a lane closed by a Red X the use of variable speed limits to manage congestion updated guidance on k…

Published 24 Jan 2024 Share this article A groundbreaking flameless combustion system which allows green off-grid electric car charging has been created by an entrant in a multi-million-pound competition funded by National Highways. The technology has been developed by London-based climate tech company IPG and features a patented flameless combustion process that produces the chemical…

Published 23 Oct 2024 Highways UK, which took place at the NEC, Birmingham this October, saw more than 375 exhibitors showcasing new ways of thinking and novel partnerships to generate solutions in our sector. Share this article The exhibition attracts an average of 10,000 supply chain and industry experts over two days. The show is the centrepiece of our annual exhibition calendar a…

Why do we need a Bus and Coach Plan The strategic road network (SRN) – the 4,500 miles of England’s motorways and major A-roads managed by National Highways – is vital for people using the UK’s many bus and coach operations. Operators and passengers need a safe, efficient, integrated and accessible road network so that services can run effectively and passengers can reach their destinat…

Science Based Targets initiative validates our net zero targets Share this article It is a little over three years since we published our Net Zero Highways Plan. This is our roadmap for decarbonising England’s motorways and major A roads.  It’s a massive task. Our plan sets out challenging yet achievable steps to remove greenhouse gas emissions from the strategic road network, achievin…

The National Highways Development Centre is a realistic road, roadside and off-road testing and training environment open to all those developing solutions for the UK's road network. What is it? The Development Centre offers a unique opportunity to train and test in a safe simulated motorway and roadside environment. It is also a place to collaborate and engage with National Highway…

On this page: Foreword Introduction Our legal duties and commitments Our vision for access and inclusion How we will make a difference for disabled customers using our network How we will make a difference for disabled people living alongside our network How we’ll achieve our vision for disabled customers Key areas of focus to deliver for disabled customers Empowering our people to delive…

The latest news from the A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet project In this section New Roxton link road opens to traffic - June 2025 On Tuesday 24 June 2025, we opened a new local road that will improve safety and connectivity for local residents and communities. It marks a key milestone for our scheme. The new Baron Way and Dove Farm Lane link Roxton Road and The Lane in Wyboston. This provides…

Find out how to make your journeys as smooth and safe as possible when the temperatures drop. Before you travel To ensure your travel plans go without a hitch, it’s important to plan your journey in advance, particularly if you’re travelling on routes you’re not familiar with. Plan your route Ch…