The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport (ADEPT) has called for urgent changes in how we manage road speed, especially in rural areas. In its new policy position on speed management, ADEPT is calling for the adoption of the 2019 Department for Transport Safe System approach to…
A new white paper has been published today, highlighting how a new approach is urgently needed in order to fast track innovation across local highways and contribute to net zero targets. Skills for Innovation Programmes is the sixth white paper from the ADEPT (Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Places…
The publication of the government’s response to its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging consultation has provided clarity but there are still ongoing concerns, according to the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport (ADEPT). Although it has broadly welcomed the governments approach to EPR, published on the…
Following public engagement events in December 2021 and March 2022, local people have until Thursday 14 April to have their say on Rowcroft Hospice’s plans to enhance and extend its care. Rowcroft Hospice is committed to making every day the best it can be for those living with a life…
The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport (ADEPT) has announced the new Chair of its Transport and Connectivity Board. Ann Carruthers, Director of Environment and Transport at Leicestershire County Council took over from Mark Kemp this month (March). Ann is the first woman to take on the…