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Wednesday, 07 October 2020

BBC News

• HS2 road closure 'utter disaster' for Southam and Leamington Spa firmsThe closure of a link road at short notice has been branded an "utter disaster" for residents.

Times Online

• Breakdown drivers paying a high price for rise of smart motorways [subscription]Drivers have been hit by a £25 million breakdown “tax” as the introduction of smart motorways has coincided with a rise in motorists having to pay to be rescued.

Mail Online

• Young drivers are risking lives by making video calls at the wheelNearly a fifth of drivers aged 17 to 24 are guilty of the lethal habit with the growing popularity of video calling apps presenting 'new, clear and present danger' to Britain's roads, according to the RAC.

Wales Online

• New average speed cameras to be installed on M4 after New YearWelsh Government plans to install average speed cameras on the M4 around Newport were put on hold in April

Other News Sources

• New practical advice to help local authorities decarbonise transportThe Local Government Association (LGA) has launched new practical advice to help local authorities decarbonise the transport industry.

News from Europe

• The not-so-secret solution to decarbonising EU transportSustainable biofuels are already making a big dent in Europe’s dependence on fossil fuel but should be empowered to do even more. With the right policy priorities, the EU Biofuels Value Chain writes, Europe can achieve new, higher emissions-reduction goals.