DUDLEY Council has joined a national highways network aimed at helping local authorities share ideas, develop skills and improve road services.
The authority is now a member of the Local Council Roads Innovation Group, known as LCRIG, a UK-wide community interest company bringing together councils, suppliers, government bodies and industry partners.
The group allows members to exchange best practice, explore new technology and work collectively on challenges affecting highways and infrastructure.
As part of its membership, Dudley Council officers will be able to attend webinars, training sessions, working groups and national events.
The council said this would help staff learn from other authorities and identify approaches that could benefit local roads, infrastructure and communities.
Local-authority membership is fully funded, meaning there is no cost to the council.
Councillor Simon Phipps, Dudley Council’s cabinet member for economy and infrastructure, said the move would support continuing work to improve the borough’s road network.
He said: “We are delighted to join LCRIG and become part of a network that is committed to innovation, collaboration and excellence in the highways and infrastructure sector.
“Membership will provide valuable opportunities to share best practice, learn from industry leaders and work with partners to deliver improved outcomes for our residents and communities.”
Councillor Phipps said the council recognised there was more work to do to strengthen highways across Dudley.
“By connecting with councils across the country, we can learn from what has worked elsewhere, share our own learning and experience and explore new approaches,” he added.
LCRIG's work includes training, research, peer support and groups focused on issues such as road maintenance, sustainability, technology and the use of data.
Dudley Council said joining the network reflected its commitment to finding more effective ways of working and improving highways services for residents.
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