We use some essential cookies to make this website work.
We’d like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services.
We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services.
You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
You have rejected additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
Departments, agencies and public bodies
News stories, speeches, letters and notices
Detailed guidance, regulations and rules
Reports, analysis and official statistics
Consultations and strategy
Data, Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports
Automated Lane Keeping System technology outcome means self-driving vehicles could be used on British roads.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
THINK! campaign urges drivers to think about the dangers of driving too fast for road conditions.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Every new All Lane Running (ALR) motorway will open with technology in place to spot stopped or broken-down vehicles quickly.
The ‘Travel Like You Know Them’ campaign promotes recent changes to the Highway Code, improving road safety for people walking, cycling and horse riding.
Highways Agency to become a publicly-owned corporation.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Prime Minister Boris Johnson launches ambitious plans to boost cycling and walking.
Government sets out a range of measures to mark a year of success since the Transport Decarbonisation Plan was introduced.
Draft legislation concerning minimum engine size requirements for the A2 motorcycle test and licence upgrade entitlements.
Road safety improvements will be made to 27 of the most high-risk roads in England, which will help prevent fatal and serious injuries.
An audit into the mapping of potholes driven by data from on-road businesses has been launched.
Injunction bans activities that obstruct traffic and access to motorways and major A Roads in and around London.
Green number plates introduced, raising awareness of cleaner vehicles.
New technology will identify antisocial drivers and reduce noise pollution.
First published during the 2022 Truss Conservative government
The ORR Quality Assurance of All Lane Running Motorway data report and National Highways response to it have been published.
Drones and 3D printing technology being explored to fix potholes while councils receive funding to improve traffic light systems to cut congestion and emissions.
A new £40 million competition to kick-start commercial self-driving services, such as delivery vehicles and passenger shuttles, has been launched today.
Have your say on making activities like taking photos and playing games on hand-held mobile phones illegal while driving.
Changes to The Highway Code, including the hierarchy of road-users and the 'Dutch Reach' are set to change from 29 January 2022.
Audible announcements and visual displays will identify the route and direction of buses, upcoming stops and the beginning of any diversions.
Announcing a consultation on an updated national networks national policy statement (NNNPS) for developers of new road, rail and rail freight schemes.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
To help us improve GOV.UK, we’d like to know more about your visit today. Please fill in this survey (opens in a new tab).