Traffic and Travel

Doubt has been cast over the possible, much vaunted, reopening of a rail line linking Colne to Skipton with the news the project may not be economically viable.

Motorists have been advised to seek alternative routes driving home after police were forced to close a road into Burnley.

Some of the oldest roadside walls in Lancashire could be set for their first significant repairs in centuries, if a bid for government cash is successful.

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of October 4 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

Passengers are being reminded about a major signalling upgrade which will see the closure of Liverpool Lime Street and Edge Hill stations on the weekend of November 2 - 3.

Pendle MP Andrew Stephenson has welcomed progress on a transport study that is aiming to break the 'bottleneck' on the borough's roads.

People buying homes on new estates in Lancashire could soon get an indication of how long it might take for the roads outside their properties to be adopted.

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of September 27 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

A main road into Burnley, which had been closed due to an accident, has reopened.

New figures show the state of the county’s roads is getting better.

A new study has revealed dedicated parking spaces for Blue Badge holders are at breaking point in the north west.

Seven people have been sentenced for their part in a major £1 million stolen goods conspiracy.

The scheme which helps people with disabilities stay on the road is to be extended.

Black and minority ethnic people in Lancashire are more likely to be subjected to a police stop and search.