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The OTSL gives requirements for Operational Technology products and services on motorways and all-purpose trunks roads, and related services. The OTSL replaces the historic Traffic Systems and Signing (TSS) Plans Registry and was launched in 2022. It has inherited many of the TSS Plans Registry documents including specifications for equipment, and testing, as well as technical drawings and diagrams covering the following topic areas: Prefix Description MCE Specifications for equipment. Als…

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 into trouble on our roads. Displaying the Sunflower on your vehicle tells us that you have a non-visi…

We're looking to engage with companies of all sizes – including small to medium size enterprises (SMEs) – who might be interested in working on the Lower Thames Crossing. In this section Our ambition is to deliver the UK’s greenest road and to do the right thing for local communities and the environment. We can only achieve this with the support of our supply chain. Your business can play a crucial role, by demonstrating your commitment to supporting delivery of our ambitions: Supporting the…

New decision date set for 23 May 2025 In this section Share this article Published 08 Oct 2024 On Monday 7 October, the Secretary of State for Transport announced a new deadline for Government to make a decision on the Lower Thames Crossing Development Consent Order (DCO) application. The new deadline is 23 May 2025. This is to allow the Government more time to consider the application further, including any decisions made as part of the spending review. Full Written Ministerial Statemen…

By reporting accidents, we learn what causes them and how to prevent them. This helps everybody stay safe when using or working on our roads. We want everyone that works with us and everyone who travels on our network to get home safe and well. We're all responsible for making positive safety behaviour changes and we're all leaders when it comes to safety. Publication of the revised GG128 - December 2022 On 1 December, we published the 2022 version of the GG128 England National Application An…

This powerful landmark stands as a testament to the golden era of Victorian railway engineering. Owned by National Highways and leased to Sustrans on a long-term basis, it now offers walkers and cyclists stunning views of the surrounding hills and countryside as part of a winding network of active travel routes between many of England’s historic Northern mill towns. Share this article Location: Cullingworth, West Yorkshire Project managed by: Sustrans Open to the public? Yes Status: Leased …

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 if you’re travelling on routes you’re not familiar with. Plan your route Check the availability o…

The Supply Chain Safety Leadership Group (SCSLG), with our full support, is launching the next phase of Significant Risk: Strategic Direction. This aims to eliminate the significant risks that cause life-changing harm to those working on the strategic road network The Strategic Direction has been formulated as a result of consultation with the members of the SCSLG and 35 of our existing suppliers. It is a different approach that unreservedly prioritises the most significant health and safety ri…

Road to Zero Harm is an exciting and ambitious road safety initiative we’re championing to realise our vision, that no-one should be killed or seriously injured on the strategic road network. Achieving this vision will benefit the country, and the families and individuals whose lives continue to be affected by collisions on our roads. We're committed to reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on our road network. But road safety is a shared responsibility - this ambitious tas…

This listed viaduct located in both England and Scotland is undergoing major works to maintain its current beauty and preserve its long-term future. Share this article Location: Between Kirkandrews-on-Esk, Cumbria and Canonbie, Dumfries and Galloway Contractor: Balfour Beatty  Open to the public? No Completion: Autumn 2025 History Riddings Viaduct was built by the North British Railway as part of its branch from Riddings Junction, a station on the outside of Carlisle, to Langholm in Dumfr…