More than £16 million will be invested in Nottingham’s transport network during 2025/26, significantly boosting the city’s infrastructure and improving connectivity for businesses and commuters. The funding, allocated through the new East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), will support a wide range of projects to upgrade roads, encourage active travel, and prepare for a shift to low-emission public transport.
A key portion of the funding—over £7.5 million—comes from the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements programme. This will double Nottingham’s current highway maintenance budget, allowing for resurfacing and preventative work on several important routes, including Porchester Road, Bestwood Park Drive, Valley Road and Arnold Road. These improvements are expected to benefit logistics operations and reduce disruption caused by road damage.
A further £3.4 million will come from the Local Transport Plan Integrated Transport block, which will fund improvements to walking and cycling infrastructure, upgrade traffic signals with energy-efficient LED systems, and support the city’s Workplace Travel Service. There will also be investment in real-time solar-powered bus stop displays in areas without existing electrical connections and enhanced access to local rights of way—an effort to promote more sustainable commuting options.
With work already underway, the Active Travel Fund will contribute £576,000 to continue walking and cycling upgrades on Porchester Road. Meanwhile, £4.9 million from the Bus Service Improvement Plan will support the city’s transition to electric buses. Local bus operators will be able to bid for grants to purchase new electric vehicles and upgrade depots with EV charging infrastructure, aligning with broader emissions reduction goals and improving public transport reliability.
In addition, funding will support modernisation of the Parksmart car park signage system and allow Nottingham to continue its involvement in the Future Transport Zones programme. A feasibility study will also be launched to explore the realignment of Maid Marian Way, as part of the next phase in the city’s Broad Marsh regeneration project.
The funding package is due to be formally approved by Nottingham City Council on 22 April. For businesses across Nottingham, these developments signal progress toward a more efficient and future-ready transport network, which will directly benefit employee mobility, logistics planning, and environmental performance.
