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We set and manage variable speed limits (VSL) to look after your safety and to improve traffic flow on our roads. Government and industry research has shown that the use of excessive speed on our motorways is common. Our statistical analysis of traffic incidents confirms the strong relationship between vehicle speeds, the likelihood of collisions, and the severity of resulting injuries. …

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower for your vehicle discreetly indicates that you may need additional support if you break down or need assistance on a motorway or major A-road in England. For reading support, use the 'Listen to this website' link in the top ribbon of this website to launch the BrowseAloud Plus toolbar. We want you to feel confident that you’ll have the help you need if you get i…

Innovation will support our strategic objectives and create value for our customers. Innovation is critical if we are to achieve our three company imperatives: Safety Our long term, shared ambition is for no one to be killed or seriously injured while travelling or working on our network…

Strong winds, either on their own or accompanying heavy rain as part of a storm, can be hazardous to road users. Certain types of vehicle are more prone to the effects of strong winds. If your vehicle is susceptible to strong-wind conditions, consider delaying your journey until weather conditions improve if you can. Before you travel It’s important to plan your journey in advance, particularly…

Downhill Lane improvement will provide extra capacity on the junction between the A19 and the A1290 in Sunderland, supporting the regional economy and plans for the development of International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP). Start date Started End date March 2022 Cost £51.6 million Latest updates Overview Documents Latest updates 16 March 2022 Ceremony celebrates scheme officially op…

This autumn marks a decade since we took over management of the Estate, which is owned by the Department for Transport (DfT). It consists of over 3,000 former railway structures, including tunnels, viaducts, abutments and bridges, and is a reminder of the UK’s industrial past. Many structures date back to the 19th century. Join us as we look back at some of our most memorable moments over the la…

We’re upgrading the central barrier on the A66 between the Snow Gates at Bowes and the Cumbria border. We're also adding new snow poles as well as adding and upgrading signs Overview Documents Project information We’ve now completed phase one and moving on to the second phase of our essential safety i…

Upgrading the A30 single carriageway between Chiverton Cross and Carland Cross roundabouts. As part of our Strategic Road Network, the A30 is a road of strategic importance, which is why an £8m contribution from the European Regional Development Fund has been committed, as well as being identified as part of the Government’s Roads Investment Strategy. Start date March 2020 End date 2024 Cost £…

Judgment and documents relating to National Highways Limited v Persons Unknown Injunction Order (QB-2021-003576, QB-2021-003626, QB-2021-003737) 9 May 2022 (sealed on 12 May 2022) A2, A20, A2070, M2, M20 – Claim No. QB-2021-003626 National Highways Limited v Persons Unknown Judgment Order (QB-2021-003576, QB-2021-003626, QB-2021-003737) 12 May 2022 National Highways Limited v Persons Unknown In…

Smart motorways stocktake Fourth year progress report: December 2024 02 Smart motorways stocktake – Fourth year progress report Contents 03 12 51 96 Foreword Stocktake action summary Annex A - Smart Annex F – Before versus motorways map after - Detailed collision 05 19 data Executive summary Updated safety e…