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johndoh15

Police convoy on M1 northbound - lunchtime

Just a nosey question borne of curiosity, but wondered if anyone might know why there was a police convoy travelling north on the M1 this lunchtime?

It passed me approaching J29 (NE Derbyshire) at around 12.40pm and comprised one lead police car then 2 blue police/prison(?) trucks - not vans but sizeable enough to be described as lorries/trucks - flanked by 4 Police BMW X5s all with blue lights flashing and one displaying a 'Keep Back' sign in the rear window. At least one of the cars had 'City of London Police' badging.

Just wondered if there was a major, big name (or maybe secret?) trial or transfer of prisoners today, esp. Given the distance from London, given the badging.

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J30 Chesterfield (North)

26 Feb 2013 20:32:47

lincslynx

Warning

The accident south of Grantham is half a mile south of the A607 Harlaxton junction. Multiple collisions in lane two, both lanes appeared to be stopped at 3.20pm. 5 miles of northbound traffic stopped as far back as Colsterworth.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound South of Grantham

1 Feb 2013 16:07:10

Archergirl

Where is Alton and the A31 in real life ?

Alton is a market town, East of Winchester and West of Guildford and yet KeepMoving want us to be geographically nowhere near where we actually are..Please give details of the Real A31 HOGS BACK and stop sending us to Southampton and Winterbourne Zelston and take the proper route which bypasses both !

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A31_road

Message refers to: A31 Eastbound Alton (South)

22 Jan 2013 23:17:07

southendmike

Toilets "just off" the Motorways

Does anyone know if there is a fairly reliable list of Toilets (in Supermarkets for example) that are within a very few minutes of junctions on the M25 and M4?

As I've got older (and jams are getting more frequent) my "needs" have become more important (and sometimes more urgent) to me!

This site has a very useful map showing Supermarkets within 5 minutes of Junctions, but not whether there are toilets available there!

Can anyone help?

Thanks in advance (and Merry Christmas).

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J29 Upminster

20 Dec 2012 22:24:04

armani78

Incident

Hi coud you pleas help me, we had an incident back in 12/09/12 between 13.00 to 14.00 if any one saw pleas just ring on 07766332909 0r mail armani708@hotmail.com in the incident was was in-wold a black MERCEDES C class an a BLUE MERCEDES S CLASS

Message refers to: A312 Northbound Waggoners Roundabout: Cranford

6 Oct 2012 13:01:24

image007

Did anyone see the accident between a car and a motorbike on the 13/08/2012 at about 18:15

I was involved in an accident on the M1 J5 on the 13/08/2012 at about 18:15. I was on a gold Kawasaki in the fast lane. 2 cars (Green Astra type van and I think a Blue Peugeot 207) they were cutting each other up and driving very dangerously in the middle lane. I was in the fast lane,and as I approached the Peugeot just pulled out into my lane without warning. He crashed into my bike and I was catapulted into the air. Luckily I managed to walk away but my bike is a Wright off. This car did not stop and just left me there. My question is did anyone see this accident and did they get a reg number of the car as the CCTV at the junction did not pick this up and the police are saying that the CCTV before the junction is not good enough to pick up Reg numbers. The car in question will have a large dent in its driver’s side rear quarter and will also have gold paint on it as I have blue paint on it as I have blue paint imbedded in my tank. Any information will be helpful.
Thanks in advanced

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J5 Berrygrove Interchange: Watford

17 Aug 2012 0:41:37

ecnirptrebor

New commuter - M40 Friday evening?

Does anyone who regularly travels northbound on the M40 from J4 High Wycombe to Cherwell Valley exit A43, know what the traffic is generally like at about 6:30pm (joining M40 at J4)

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J4 High Wycombe

16 Apr 2012 11:49:15

AriaGiovanni

More Lanes!

Hey all - I well think more lanes are needed on the A14 -- when you hit them queue's it's a total pig.

More Lanes ~ Less Queues !

Message refers to: A14 Eastbound J33 Cambridge North

1 Apr 2012 18:28:19

jack2

Live cameras

Why are the cameras not available at this junction, I want to check that there are no incidences before I set off on my journey ?

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J13 Leamington South

29 Mar 2012 18:23:26

southendmike

Sadlers Farm roundabout "improvements" (Benfleet, Essex) Grrrr

The last fortnight on the A127 (Southend Arterial Road) has been an absolute nightmare due to drivers avoiding (like the plague) the seemingly never-ending "improvement works" at the Sadlers Farm Roundabout A13/A130.

Can anyone from Essex County Council (or anyone else for that matter) give us A127 "regulars" any hint as to when we can get our road back?

A 40 minute journey Eastwood to Romford (and back) is taking about double the time currently AND I'M GETTING FED UP WITH IT!

There - my "Meldrew moment" over with (for the moment at least!)

Keep it safe out there.

Message refers to: A127 Eastbound Eastwood: Southend-on-Sea

24 Mar 2012 9:37:14

paddyb1991

PLEASE HELP ME

hi im a new member and I was asking about traffic ON 22 OF NOVEMBER 2011 5 PM on runcorn express way the a557 heading to runcorn and a car was in traffic in the lane heading to rucorn bridge then he pulled out and hit me he has said to my insurence that the was no traffic and they have ask me can I proove ther was because if I dont they will pay him out can you help me out please THANK YOU CAN YOU EMAIL ME PLEASE ON paddberry1991@hotmail.COM

Message refers to: A557 Northbound South of Runcorn Bridge

26 Dec 2011 20:58:55

paddyb1991

PLEASE HELP

hi im a new member and I was asking about traffic on runcorn ON 22 OF NOVEMBER 2011 5 PM express way the a557 heading to runcorn and a car was in traffic in the lane heading to rucorn bridge then he pulled out and hit me he has said to my insurence that the was no traffic and they have ask me can I proove ther was because if I dont they will pay him out can you help me out please THANK YOU

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26 Dec 2011 20:50:33

emmajane1972

AVOIDING JAMS

Could anyone advise. I live in Gamlingay and work in Hampstead (NW3). What should be 1hr15 min drive has taken me 2hrs and 30 to 45 mins. I have been leaving at 7am to arrive for 9am. Is there an advised time to leave in order to not only avoid quite heavy A1 traffic but the worst part which is the A41 massively heavy North London traffic.

New in my job and do not want to get into trouble.

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Emma

Message refers to: A1 Southbound South of Biggleswade

17 Nov 2011 20:47:17

Saraband

Re: AVOIDING JAMS

Emmajane: when we first moved up to Sandy, I worked in Harrow and my husband in Borehamwood. We used to leave home around 6am and I would generally be at work, having dropped off my husband along the way, between 7 and 730. It makes for quite a long day, although we both worked flexi, so we could leave before the traffic got heavy going home, but I found that the stress-free drive to work more than made up for the length of the day. (The other alternative is to retire - as we both have - but I'm guessing you're prolly a bit young for that) ;)

Message refers to: A1 Southbound South of Biggleswade

22 Nov 2011 10:22:19

brisa

shame website

in this website the cams dont aut orefresh images, instead of coming here go straight to highways angency website, because there the cams are live and here only still images

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6 Oct 2011 20:00:25

brisa

cameras refresh interval

why in highways agency website the cams auto refresh every 10 seconds and here the cams dont auto refresh images
and take 5 min to refresh images
why the refresh time so large?
what can you do about that?

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J14 Heathrow Terminal 4

6 Oct 2011 19:58:16

bmw2000csi

Keep Moving Program - comments

This has the potential to be a very useful site.

Suggested Improvements:
1. Showing a map of the route
2. Enabling a route to be altered by clicking on a map - see ViaMichelin - rather than junction listings, which are great if you know the route well.
3. Showing on a map the route (or a roadlisting) when right clicking the route name. I created a few alternative routes some time ago for the same journey but could only find the Keep Moving Program - comments and end postcodes from the route name.
4. When deleting a route, the return journey is also deleted.

Keep up the good work. It is really helpful to know the likely delays on a long journey - especially if one uses the M25 or M1!

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14 Sep 2011 0:03:49

mz2c7r

Car Share

Is anyone interested in Car Sharing between Swindon and Slough Mon - Fri ?

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J6 Slough

8 Aug 2011 15:49:11

parsl

Re: Car Share

try liftshare.co.uk

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J6 Slough

1 Nov 2011 17:23:02

hazza999

LARGE WOOD PILE ON FIRE

Smoke billowing across road

Message refers to: A130 Southbound Little Waltham Roundabout

28 May 2011 21:30:30

Gaff

Time of Screen Message

It would help if you were to show the time of the last update, the time delays could refer to yesterday..

Message refers to: A3 Northbound Tibbet's Corner: Putney Heath

16 May 2011 10:36:05

spider

Keep Moving better than the Highways Agency website..

Highways think the delays around the A303 Countess Roundabout at junction with the A345 are less than 10mins so don't show up on their map at all and don't show up on a default road search. Useless... I will be bookmarking Keep Moving and using this site in future.

Oh an extra bit of detail is that they are now running contra flow east and west of that roundabout (and contra flow around the roundabout even) with the other lane closed and being re-surfaced. Currently Westbound being resurfaced and the Eastbound being used.

They have also closed the access to and from the A345 at the Countess roundabout and diverson signs are in place.

Message refers to: A303 Westbound Stonehenge

12 Apr 2011 14:53:55

monitor2011

cox hill

roadworks at the top of cox hill on the rounabout

Message refers to: A137 Eastbound Manningtree Station

4 Mar 2011 20:19:46

Mrdiesel

Delays

there are temporary traffic lights south side of pool bridge (pool in wharfedale) traffic from Harrogate is backed up to The Hunters Inn

Message refers to: A658 Eastbound Pool Bridge

27 Feb 2011 13:20:04

hazza999

Fatal Accident

Just to warn you all there was a fatal accident at about 1am this morning on the A120 between dunmow and braintree, the vehicles have been cleared but there is still investigation work so the eastbound side of the carriageway is therefore still closed

Message refers to: A120 Westbound Great Dunmow

26 Feb 2011 8:33:39

marijhart

site doesn't work properly

only found this site recently and thought what a useful idea but unfortunately doesn't work properly, setting up routes is confusing (tells me I haven't set up a prime route whatever that is ), and alerts are not sending me a text message. Even this Discussion forum is confusing, a lot of people seem to be reporting traffic issues on it - so is this a forum to discuss issues and ideas for the site or is somewhere to report traffic issues - who knows ?
I do hate sites that treat their users as guinea pigs - why don't you get this site properly tested and working before you inflict on your users ?

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25 Feb 2011 18:40:04

lairdnladyr

Apparent explosion

Driving northbound for Peterborough - saw a large sudden explosion. Apparently it is an Ambulance - not confirmed.

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20 Feb 2011 23:39:05

gamingcarbon

Modded Xbox 360 controller

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http://gamingmodz.com/products/xbox-360-5-mode-rapid-fire-modded-wireless-controller/carbon-fiber-controllers.html

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21 Jan 2011 10:50:19

SBrooks

Road works A470

One lane closed in each direction north of Abercynon roundabout

Message refers to: A470 Northbound New Road: Abercynon

18 Jan 2011 8:50:45

Administrator

Route Alerts

Good news for all those experiencing problems with the route alerts system over the past few weeks.
We have now resolved the issues which were preventing users from setting up new routes, so that functionality should now have been restored.
There are a few problems still outstanding with the facility which allows suggested routes to be modified, but it is hoped that those will be resolved shortly, and we hope to be able to make another announcement concerning that soon

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17 Jan 2011 10:54:58

paddyb1991

Re: Route Alerts

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27 Dec 2011 20:44:44

tonyburke123

congestion???

anyone familiar with the congestion around this area in rush hours?

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J32 M55 Broughton Interchange

15 Jan 2011 16:38:53

boredofwork

Setting up Alerts

I'm guessing that the alerts system is still offline or maybe no longer going to work. It's a pity, handy site otherwise. Looks like it's back to the men with the yellow vans & the hiways site for updates.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Alnwick (North)

8 Jan 2011 11:50:37

streetservices

Dangeroud driving

Drivers still using Mobile phones whist driving, hit me and cause injury to my family or I and I will see you in court!!!!

Message refers to: A35 Eastbound Dorchester (West)

23 Dec 2010 10:33:05

danw

xmas eve motorways

Please help settle a domestic. Heading from London to Manchester for xmas. I want to go on xmas eve but my wife thinks I'm mad and would rather go xmas morning. I know it will be much busier on Friday but how bad will the M1 and M6 really get?

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J2 Hendon North

22 Dec 2010 21:40:22

ianbamforth

Roadworks cleared until 3rd Jan

The roadworks (lane closed) at Cross Gates have been removed for Christmas. The sign says they are back on the 3rd Jan until March 2011.

Message refers to: A6120 Eastbound Cross Gates: Leeds

21 Dec 2010 13:41:31

propmag

dear country

I travel this road twice a week, at 3am and ask people to be aware of families of dear on the roads almost anywhere, for you own safety and the wellbeing of these lovely creatures drive with caution...Paul B

Message refers to: A338 Northbound Richmond Hill Interchange: Bournemouth

20 Dec 2010 19:18:24

nosek666

Great service

Why I haven't seen that website before?You're doing great job giving us the opportunity to see road conditions live from cameras. Shame that "alerts" hasn't been fixed yet. I see some of the comments about "alerts option not working" are quite old so that mean it's been like that for a long time and no one is doing anything about it. Apart from that everything good.Definitely recommend to others

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Luton Airport Spur

20 Dec 2010 11:46:53

lengramar

Setting up routes

The website seems to be just what I want especially the alerts, but I like others am unable to set up routes. I see from other users comments that this "bug" has not been resolved. Do you have any timescale for this isue to be resolved?

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19 Dec 2010 21:48:44

polyphil1

Changing Route Directions.

Hi, I'm new to Keep Moving and am struggling to alter the routes suggested by Keep Moving to the ones I actualy take. I keep getting an Error message. What am I doing wrong?

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Leicester Forest East Services

1 Dec 2010 17:21:52

Administrator

Re: Changing Route Directions.

Hmmm, there might be a bug! I shall pass it back to our technical team to investigate.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Leicester Forest East Services

2 Dec 2010 13:35:06

gcon60

Re: Changing Route Directions.

I cannot see where to view and then alter any of my saved routes. How do I do this?

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Leicester Forest East Services

7 Dec 2010 10:46:13

Administrator

Re: Changing Route Directions.

Unfortunately, licensing restrictions mean we can't offer the routes back to you for review after they've been set up. The best option would be to delete the existing route and enter a new one to replace it. Sorry it's a bit of a faff, but the conditions of the licence mean we're not allowed to offer a full routing facility on this site.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Leicester Forest East Services

7 Dec 2010 13:25:36

rdeleon

Re: Changing Route Directions.

Ikeep on getting error message as well when changing route directions

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Leicester Forest East Services

17 Nov 2011 9:09:26

Cambgirl

No Traffic

When you say there is 'no traffic' on the A11, do you mean that there are no cars on that road at all? Is that ever the case?

Message refers to: A11 Northbound Newmarket Bypass

1 Dec 2010 2:20:25

Mike2

Snow - a bit !

A small amount of snow, but nothing to cause problems

Message refers to: A55 Eastbound J35a Broughton (West)

30 Nov 2010 8:48:30

robsinclair

m1 closed

Hi

could you let me know if its possible to excess traffic details for the m1 southbound closure

junction 28 on saturday 27th november ,to prove to my insurance company that the closure

resulted in missing my heathrow flight

they are trying to riggle out of the claim suprise suprise

many thanks

rob ( new member )

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J29 Chesterfield (South)

29 Nov 2010 11:54:36

Administrator

Re: m1 closed

Hi Rob,
I can confirm that our records show the M1 Southbound was closed from J29-J28 because of an accident on Saturday 27th November between 03:28 and 06:37.
This caused delays in excess of 30 minutes to build up back to J30, with peak delays occurring at around 07:15.
Hope that helps!

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J29 Chesterfield (South)

29 Nov 2010 13:53:37

gregoir

Non Existent A6020 Is Closed

The A6020 does exist and it is closed at Ashford in the Water, Derbyshire for two weeks. I was hoping this site would have advised me.

Message refers to: A6 Northbound Ashford in the Water

23 Nov 2010 14:07:51

Administrator

Re: Non Existent A6020 Is Closed

Hi there,
As mentioned in an earlier reply, we are currently limited by the number of available location codes which drive our automated services, which means we have to target the busiest routes.
The A6020 in Derbyshire only attracts a flow of less than 3500 vehicles a day, so it hasn’t been a priority for our coverage before now.
However, we are planning to roll out our coverage across all A-roads nationwide in the next release of location codes, which should be during the course of the next year

Message refers to: A6 Northbound Ashford in the Water

25 Nov 2010 13:34:40

lizcrawley

A joke

This hold up this morning is an absolute joke as it is caused by some temporary lights and no one working. It has caused total chaos and someone should be made to answer as to why these lights are there and take responsibility.... But I dont suppose they will....

Message refers to: A449 Southbound Swindon Road Roundabout: Kingswinford

16 Nov 2010 9:32:26

fobyac25

da de dumm

It's easy to rant and rave about things but I have to say that after a year of using this site - it is utterly useless! I'm amazed it's still going...

The Dartford Bridge has been closed for some time, there are massive queues in all directions and this site has not even reported it.....

Tell me how it's not your fault again.......

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11 Nov 2010 17:05:31

Administrator

Re: da de dumm

I do apologies for the fact that the service provided by us has obviously not met your expectations.
I have run checks on all site content, both journalistic and delay reports, and all are currently up to date. I am also not aware of any interruptions to the service occurring around the time of your comment.
Two things which may have made this incident difficult to find; first a closure of the QE2 Bridge is not considered to be a complete closure of the road, as traffic diverts via one of the bores of the Dartford Tunnel. Therefore, this is equivalent of reduction of capacity from four lanes to two and so would be reported as a lane closure message.
Additionally, the bridge does not strictly form part of the M25; the Dratford Crossing has its own number allocated - the A282 - so that non-motorway traffic can use the crossing.
It is always worth checking under both road numbers for journeys which use either the bridge or tunnels to make sure all reports have been found.

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12 Nov 2010 13:39:30

alunandrews

Highway Robbery

Is it only me that has noticed that now the M6 has been changed to traffic management the cameras have been blocked for use. This application is not the only one where the cameras now say unavailable. The highways agency say that a subscription must now be paid to view them. What a rip off - how can I get my road tax back?

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J9 Wednesbury

11 Nov 2010 14:11:50

JWalker

CCTV cameras

How do you know the direction the camera is pointing?

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J21 Milnrow

11 Nov 2010 10:20:22

Administrator

Re: CCTV cameras

This question has been answered previously, but it is worth repeating.
If you zoom in the map very close to the location you are interested in, the pink spot denoting the camera location will be shown offset to one side of the carriageway to indicate its exact position.
If no offset is shown, than either the detailed positioning of the camera is not known to us, or it may be fixed in the central reservation.
Hope that clarifies!

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J21 Milnrow

11 Nov 2010 13:56:06

robertmaddison

Missing link

Why does keepmoving not recognise that the A31 runs from Beer Regis to the A3 near Guildford. It would appear to stop at Southampton. Yet this mornming there are mnajor delays between the Shepherd and Flock, and teh Hogs Back?

Message refers to: A31 Eastbound Shepherd and Flock Roundabout: Farnham

9 Nov 2010 9:12:28

Administrator

Re: Missing link

Hi Robert,
Unlike the previous answer, this doesn't seem to be a problem with how the road has been coded, the issue seems to be with how the stripmap has been created.
I have passed this back to our graphics team to investigate further.
Thank you for your comments.

Message refers to: A31 Eastbound Shepherd and Flock Roundabout: Farnham

10 Nov 2010 13:52:40

Davrobin

A442 closed

A442 was closed this morning between Hodnet and Peplow (strangely, the Keepmoving web site only seems to know about the 442 as far north as Telford.... This bit of the 442 is north of Telford!

A diversion was signposted - added about 5-10 minutes to the journey.

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8 Nov 2010 10:38:40

Administrator

Re: A442 closed

Hi there
All the information on KeepMoving comes from the same database that drives our phone service and TMC (SatNav) information. These services are fully automated and use a table of route locations to plot incident reports.
Up until now, restrictions on the number of allowable locations for the broadcast services have meant that these have been limited to cover only the busiest routes.
North of Telford, the A442 only attracts a flow less than 5000 vehicles a day, so it hasn’t been a priority for our coverage before now.
However, we are planning to roll out our coverage across all A-roads nationwide in the next release of location codes, which should be during the course of the next year.

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8 Nov 2010 14:09:47

ajchap

iPhone App

Hello,
Am unable to locate the iPhone app on teh Apple App strore. A search of KeepMoving does not result in any hits.
Is it there under a different name ?
Many thanks

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7 Nov 2010 13:41:17

Administrator

Re: iPhone App

Hi there,
With our apologies, the original KeepMoving iphone app has now been taken down pending the release of a new improved version, which is expected soon. Watch this space for news of its forthcoming launch. In the meantime, we'll be removing references to the original version from the website to avoid confusion, and thanks for bringing this to our attention.

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8 Nov 2010 13:52:42

f1tzy1

Re: iPhone App

Is this still the case, as I still cannot locate the app in the app store but your website refers to it on numerous occasions

Thanks

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26 Nov 2010 7:30:12

billie123

how long

my partner has been stuck on the A50 from 17.00 he has moved 100 yards in 3 hours can anyone tell me what is happening and how long the delay will be thanks

Message refers to: A50 Southbound Sudbury

5 Nov 2010 20:10:17

Eastfieldcricket

Using the hard shoulder to jump a queue.

I have just been stuck on the M1 northbound between junctions 4 and 5 where everyone was diverted off the motorway for nearly 2 hours not 34 minutes as your information has it.

I can only presume that the 34 minute delay applies to the low lifes who race up the hard shoulder to jump the queue and make the delay even worse for the rest of us. My sincere hope for them is that they get fined, have their cars crushed and rot in hell.
I better go back and write rant instead of comment

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J5 Berrygrove Interchange: Watford

16 Oct 2010 0:44:19

westysprinter

A55 Raodworks

These roadworks add an hour to your journey regardless of time of day avoid at all costs
How do you find when thay will be finished

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12 Oct 2010 8:11:14

Administrator

Re: A55 Raodworks

Hi there,
If you're meaning the works around J26-J27 where there's a contraflow in place, these are currently scheduled for completion around 30th October.
Hopefully not long to wait now!

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12 Oct 2010 13:54:18

kapall

But it's now gone!

I wonder if there are/were any problems?

Message refers to: A127 Westbound Romford: London

24 Sep 2010 17:00:51

Administrator

Re: But it's now gone!

I've checked back on our historic data records for this road, and these show detected speeds were fluctuating between 14mph and 22mph at around the times you were checking. The lowest recorded speeds may have been enough to trigger a delay alert, but probably the overall delay wouldn't have been significantly worse than a normal Friday evening.
Hope that helps clarify!

Message refers to: A127 Westbound Romford: London

27 Sep 2010 13:50:31

kapall

Ok it's there now!

So now it has appeared

Message refers to: A127 Westbound Romford: London

24 Sep 2010 16:58:07

kapall

Why did I receive an alert

I have just received an email alert for 8 min delays which are reducing but when I looked at the route to find out about it there have been no delays at all today! This seems rather strange!

Message refers to: A127 Westbound Romford: London

24 Sep 2010 16:55:50

dna100

Email Alerts

Is there any reason why I don't receive morning email alert (scheduled 5:45am) but receive the afternoon one (15:45) (most of the time)?
Regards
Dave

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23 Sep 2010 15:35:11

Administrator

Re: Email Alerts

Hi Dave
The reason is that alerts are only sent out when congestion is detected on the route. At 05:45 it is unlikely that many queues would have built up, so the chance of a mail needing to be sent is slim. It would be much more likely that there would be queues present in late afternoon. The idea is to avoid sending 'all clear' messages which slow down the process.
Hope that explains things!

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24 Sep 2010 13:33:41

dna100

Re: Email Alerts

That explains it. It all makes perfect sense now.
Thanks
Dave

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27 Sep 2010 15:27:18

robert100xx

Severe weather

As a newish HGV trucker on artics, I trunk across the Thelwall viaduct at night with a high sided trailer, Known as a double decker. What is the wind speed criteria for closing this part of the motorway? It would be useful to be aware so that a divert across the Runcorn Widnes bridge could be taken.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J21 Warrington East

15 Sep 2010 14:56:43

Administrator

Re: Severe weather

Hi Robert,
According to the Highways Agency Website: 'When gusts of wind reach speeds of between 35mph and 44mph then advisory 50mph speeds are set on the matrix signals, supplemented by VMS messages. Where speeds are measured and are in excess of 60mph, then the RCC duty manager is consulted, and a decision on whether to close the bridge is made'. These criteria apply to both Thelwall (M6) and Barton (M60) bridges. Note though that on the last occasion when very strong winds affected the region, Runcorn-Widnes bridge was also closed.
There's more detail at: http://www.highways.gov.uk/business/28643.aspx
Hope that helps!

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J21 Warrington East

16 Sep 2010 13:41:36

shoes

m6 toll cost ?

Hi, Can anyone tell me the cost of the M6 toll northbound ? Cheers

Message refers to: M6 Toll Northbound M42: M6 Link

20 Aug 2010 20:46:09

Administrator

Re: m6 toll cost ?

Hi there,
Currently £5 for a car daytime on weekdays, but it does vary at weekends and overnight.
Full details about prices and all other things M6 Toll can be found via this link: http://www.m6toll.co.uk/pricing/default.asp

Message refers to: M6 Toll Northbound M42: M6 Link

26 Aug 2010 13:42:10

alunandrews

Highways agency blocking cameras

I believe the highways agency is now preventing us (the road tax payers) from seeing the cameras. Is this true or is it just me? Every camera I look for in the Midlands area says unavailable.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J6 Gravelly Hill: Birmingham

18 Aug 2010 15:10:18

Administrator

Re: Highways agency blocking cameras

Hi Alun,
All cameras on the M6 between J7 and Hilton Park are currently unavailable to us while the long-term roadworks for the upgrade to managed motorways are in progress.
You should still be able to access the others around the region, depending on any maintenance work which may take place.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J6 Gravelly Hill: Birmingham

19 Aug 2010 13:34:03

slindborg

WHY make this a "problem"?!?!?!?!

There is no traffic issues with the bridge works at this location, so why the heck is it reported....Its wasting everyones time/resources with the reports for that.

Message refers to: A602 Southbound Watton at Stone Bypass

24 Jun 2010 16:52:23

shortstop64

direction of camera's

Hi spider
the pink camera spot tells you the direction which it is facing just b4 you click on it. Hope this helps

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31 May 2010 11:28:41

algernonblack

Apps

Just purchased the Samsung 360 and downloaded the your App from Vodafone.
Bloody marvellous.

Thanks.

Message refers to: A40 Eastbound Northleach Bypass

19 Apr 2010 18:15:27

TRUCKSHED

WEBSITE

wrong area sorry emaild you thanks krayg.

Message refers to: M1 Northbound London Gateway Services

7 Apr 2010 23:42:53

spider1987

Cameras

I'm sure I'm not the first to ask this but is there any way of knowing in which direction the traffic cameras are pointing around the M25? Specifically those between J5 and J10? Thanks.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J5 North of Sevenoaks

1 Apr 2010 17:47:24

Administrator

Re: Cameras

Hi Spider,
If you zoom in very close on the map view, we have attempted to indicate the exact position of the cameras by offsetting the icon slightly to one side of the carriageway or the other. However, a number of the cameras on this stretch are directly over the central reservation.
Hope that helps!

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J5 North of Sevenoaks

7 Apr 2010 16:31:00

supremetwo

Fuel prices and links.

There are still links to and mention of fuel price information on your site and I have wasted my time looking for it.

I've had to scroll down this forum to find that you no longer supply fuel information, but that was last year.

Please remove all mentions of fuel prices and the associated links via the cheap tab from your site - they just go back to the route page - to save others wasting time.

http://www.keepmoving.co.uk/supermarkets.aspx

Also an announcement on the home page.

Thanks.

Message refers to: A4 Westbound Maidenhead (Central)

1 Feb 2010 16:42:49

island_dan

Re: Fuel prices and links.

Yeah still shows in the title bar as KeepMoving - UK Traffic and Cheap Fuel Price Information!

Message refers to: A4 Westbound Maidenhead (Central)

11 Feb 2010 16:51:56

MaryCatterall

What Happened to this Service Yesterday?

This service was reporting a 20 minute delay on the southbound M23 yesterday evening. The M23 was closed and all surrounding roads were gridlocked! I spent an EXTRA 1.5 hours getting past this incident but no special incident report on this service. All the radio stations were reporting the incident (overturned lorry shed a load of breeze blocks across all three lanes at 3:30 in the afternoon) so why not this service? Was everyone off sick?

Can anyone recommend another service that actually reports major traffic incidents? This was a real waste of money the number of times I rang and go no information.

Message refers to:

29 Jan 2010 9:29:57

Administrator

Re: What Happened to this Service Yesterday?

Hi Mary,
Thanks for your feedback on this incident and first let me apologise for the fact that you were obviously let down by how the service performed on this occasion.
We were reporting this accident right through from 3.20pm until 9.40pm; however there seems to have been a problem with the software that works out the placement of messages on the phone-line; the system seems to have interpreted the closure as affecting the the link to the airport from J9 rather than the main motorway from J8 to J9. This meant that none of the recorded announcements had any incident in place to 'attach' to and so be played out on the service.
We were reporting significant delays on the M23 from before 4pm until after 6.30. After that time the motorway was still closed, but traffic was finding alternative routes. When all goes well, we do emphasise on the service that the delay reported on the phone-line is only the delay approaching the closure; any delays on the diversion are on top of that fi

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1 Feb 2010 13:51:23

island_dan

Prison vans with police escort

Every morning and every evening I see 2 prison vans with a police escort make their way down the A13, presumably heading from London to Chelmsford.

Any one else noticed this and know who is in the van?

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound Stanford le Hope

25 Jan 2010 16:40:16

kevinmcm

Incident

Was this 'incedent a secret or was I 45 mins late for work all in vain?

Message refers to: M60 Anticlockwise J19 Middleton (West)

14 Jan 2010 14:03:33

Administrator

Re: Incident

There are limits on what we can report about ongoing police incidents, however according to local media outlets a women was taken to hospital with serious injuries following a fall from a motorway bridge; previously the motorway beneath the bridge had been closed for over eight hours while trained negotiators had been in attendance.

Message refers to: M60 Anticlockwise J19 Middleton (West)

15 Jan 2010 13:45:31

afsavage

Delay not showing

Why is the A4 eastbound into London between J3 and J2 showing as no delays when it is read on Google Maps, showing as a delay on TrafficMaster and on the Highways Agency site? Local reports sound like there really is/has been a delay there but it's not shown on here at all :-(

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J2 Brentford

12 Jan 2010 10:03:23

Administrator

Re: Delay not showing

Hi there,
Not sure if you're referring to the A4 or M4; these routes run very closely parallel in any case, with one stacked above the other approaching the end of the Chiswick Flyover
Checking back with our historic data records, we were reporting a 10 minute delay on this stretch of the M4 at around 09:20, but this gradually decays away with no delay being reported after 09:40.
The A4 was reporting speeds consistently around 20mph between Gillette Corner and the Chiswick Roundabout at about the same time, but this would not result in a significant delay above normal. Generally, we would not report a delay of less than 3 minutes on this site.
Bear in mind also that some free websites report data which is slightly delayed, so direct comparisons cannot always be made between different sites' reports.
Hope this helps answer your question.

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J2 Brentford

12 Jan 2010 13:41:27

brinmorris

TRAFFIC LIGHTS

DUE TO ROAD WORKS ON NEW ROUNDABOUT

Message refers to: A4076 Northbound Johnston

8 Jan 2010 14:32:28

roly

closed

sunrising hill closed

Message refers to: A422 Westbound Stratford Road: Banbury

8 Jan 2010 10:30:20

darth151

Snow

Snow on road Snowing to freeze and it is snowing again.

Message refers to:

6 Jan 2010 19:57:35

darth151

Snow

Snow on road Snowing to freeze, and its snowing!

Message refers to:

6 Jan 2010 19:49:17

darth151

Snow

Snow on road Snowing to freeze, and its snowing!

Message refers to:

6 Jan 2010 19:49:17

NikkyBaby

but Why?

Hay Every one,

every day I have to travel to and from Rochford to Barking for work, now I wouldn't mind if it took me 35mins like the route planner say's it will, but it never does...
if its not the A13 london bound thats chocker in the morning, its the A127 just before the basildon junction.. It backs up there for No apparent reason, the lanes dont get smaller an there's no road works so WHY does this happen and it only seems to be between 5.30pm and 6.30pm as I traveled doen the same road 35 mins later and it's clear as a bell... It just confuses me some thing chronic...
add's 25mins to my journey home for NOTHING.... OMG why does this happen.....

if you see a cold looking girl in a black fiat seicento with ducks in the back, its me (my heaters dont work)

Any ways Rant over......

Message refers to: A127 Eastbound Basildon

6 Jan 2010 16:37:00

kevinmcm

Re: but Why?

Have you checked your water level lately? Mine were low once and my heater stopped working.

Message refers to: A127 Eastbound Basildon

14 Jan 2010 14:07:33

stevemelrose

Setting up an alternative route

Morning.
Setting up an alternative routeing a new job Monday, so thought I'd try out this service...

I'm going from Blackpool to Oldham daily, and have set up the standard route via the M61. I'd like to set up a seperate route via the M65 J5 and onto the M66, but when I try to set up an alternative route and add a point on the way, it returns an invalid link message.

Also, whaere do I find the fuel price service?

Message refers to: M65 Eastbound J5 Blackburn: Guide

2 Jan 2010 9:31:22

nhelliwell

Re: Setting up an alternative route

Yes, I get this as well. I've tried lots of different link points but just get an invalid link id each time.

Have to say, this process would be much simpler with a map to look at.

(NB. My changes involve London and the M25 not the M65)

Thanks

Message refers to: M65 Eastbound J5 Blackburn: Guide

26 Feb 2010 15:40:55

IanC42

Re: Setting up an alternative route

I too am getting an invalid link message setting up an alternative route. This has worked in the past because I've been able to set up Mway and backroad routes to and from work. Trouble is, I can't now set up an alternative backroad route to avoid roadworks.

Can an Admin shed any light? Would extra information help?

Message refers to: M65 Eastbound J5 Blackburn: Guide

1 Oct 2010 17:11:12

garrath

fuel prices

where do I find the fuel checker on this web site?

Message refers to:

1 Jan 2010 23:55:53

paulc121

Re: fuel prices

Hi,

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5 Jan 2010 13:22:57

paulc121

Re: fuel prices

Ignore my last, over eager fingers. :)
Hi,
Regarding the fuel prices, I was looking further down the screen and it appears to have been pulled.

It is confusing though as there is a link on the cheap food page (this will probebly be cleaned up in a houskeeping schedule) :) . However the supermarket idea is a good place to try as most supermarkets are much cheaper than service stations for fuel.

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5 Jan 2010 13:27:30

Jardy

how up to date???

Hi
just joined this website thinking it looks like a good idea!!!!!!!!!

the travel conditions and incident updates are way off the mark (M1 shut southbound) no updates or warnings anywhere on the site............

J

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J18 Crick

24 Dec 2009 10:25:42

jayneh

a303

Does anyone know the road conditiond on the m3, a303, m5 towards exeter?

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23 Dec 2009 11:26:03

Kuggers

Hazardous Driving Conditions

Snow drifts and ice between Beverley and Arras Hill.

Message refers to: A1079 Eastbound Sancton Road: Market Weighton

23 Dec 2009 9:36:16

yelir

snow

snow lying between Strathaven and Darvel

Message refers to: A71 Westbound Strathaven (West)

22 Dec 2009 15:54:16

dieseleater

Heavy Snow - Where did the white lines go?

There are lots of little bands of heavy snow over this bit of the A30 at the moment. When I drove the route half an hour ago it was down to 30-40mph because the snow was falling more quickly than the salt could melt it.

Message refers to: A30 Westbound Sourton Cross: West of Okehampton

22 Dec 2009 9:14:14

rosie94623

stationery traffic last 2hrs

cannot find any info on the stretch of the A41 from Aylesbury to Hemel Hempsted. My husband has been stationery for last 2hrs with no traffic alerts stating why!

Message refers to: A41 Southbound Hemel Hempstead

21 Dec 2009 21:48:34

gomgog

auDIo report - time stamps

the audio reports are a great idea, but not much use if there is no timestamp - if possible can you address?

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21 Dec 2009 18:56:05

mike1944

Wrong Location

The reported fallen tree is at Honingham not New Costessey. Why cannot a proper location be entered for this. There is no available location to choose on this site on the A47 between North Tuddenham and New Costessey yet there are 3 other locations between these points — Hockering, Honingham and Easton, over a number of miles. There is little point in reporting an incident if the correct location cannot be given. If you look on Google maps the distance between the two available points it is 9.8 miles

Also why is there just either Eastbound or Westbound to select and not an option for both ways. If there is an accident on a single carriageway road it is normally blocked both ways?

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

18 Nov 2009 13:27:54

Administrator

Re: Wrong Location

Sorry Mike, missed your update!
When originally designing the site we were concerned about allowing a 'both ways' option in case longer routes became too cluttered with multiple messages. We also suspected that most users would want to access the information before making a specific journey, so would only be interested in one direction of travel.
However, it is something we could consider, we are also looking at how best to show incidents which do affect both directions of travel.
Thanks for your comments

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

18 Nov 2009 13:54:03

ugly

Re: Wrong Location

Dear Admin,
I think the page is simply not designed well.
Its not easy to navigate to find information required.
Why not to add a special tab with all the infolines and with description which one is which?

Route planner - if you dont accept a default route - to edit your own is a nightmare. You must already know all the junctions - not very handy when you want to check a road condition in unknown area - or on a longer distances with many changes.
As well as the result - to see them on a map could help to find an alternative road.

I would love to see a traffic info on a scalable, google-style map, rather than editing and storing my rotes. Just a quick look and you know what you can expect.

Hope that helps
xx

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

7 Jan 2010 15:50:58

mike1944

Wrong Location

Message refers to: A47 Westbound New Costessey

18 Nov 2009 13:16:52

Administrator

Re: Wrong Location

Hi Mike,
All the information on KeepMoving comes from the same database that drives our phone service and TMC (SatNav) information. These services are fully automated and use a table of route locations to plot incident reports.
Restrictions on the number of allowable locations for the broadcast services mean these are limited to where numbered roads intersect. In the case of the A47, there are no such intersections between North Tuddenham and New Costessey.
Incidents are normally located between two points, rather than at a given location; which works fine in the majority of cases as it is more important for routing to identify the affected link than the exact location.
We are working on a system which can identify how far down a link an obstruction occurs, but this will have to await a future upgrade to the system.
Hope that helps

Message refers to: A47 Westbound New Costessey

18 Nov 2009 13:39:35

cheshirecat

which number?

what do I call to get traffic updates - 401100, 64644 or 0845 keepmoving? very confused! thanks

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17 Nov 2009 14:31:42

Administrator

Re: which number?

Hi Cheshire Cat!
Most of these numbers are just different 'gateways' to the same information; 401100 is KeepMoving's 'own brand', other services may carry different brandings; 64644 for instance carries the RAC's branding. These numbers are available across all mobile networks. You can also access the info from a landline by dialling 09003-401100.
Some mobile phone companies also operate their own-branded lines: Vodafone customers can call 2222, for T-Mobile the number is 2020.
All of these services operate on premium-rate lines. The subscription-based service which used to operate on 0845-TRAFFIC has now been discontinued.
Hope that clarifies things!

Message refers to:

18 Nov 2009 13:19:54

granmal

Long Delays

Temporary traffic lights moved adjacent to Holt Avenue. Roundabout is gridlocked in the evening rush hour. Very long delays, find alternative route!

Morning traffic backs up to Carr Lane on the 'Meols Stretch'. Delays of nearly half an hour.

Message refers to: A553 Eastbound Moreton Clock Tower Roundabout

17 Nov 2009 11:16:06

causeway

How to avoid route showing motorways

I have a need to avoid motorways, and to have a route via a place just off the route. How can I enter this?

Message refers to: A259 Westbound Havant

13 Nov 2009 15:36:33

Administrator

Re: How to avoid route showing motorways

Hi Causeway,
As you will have seen, there isn't an option to 'avoid motorways' on our routing function, and for long journeys this may not be practical. However, if your journey is relatively short, you may be able to force the route off the motorway by choosing a link on a parallel A-Road as an alternative (although we do seem to be getting a number of errors on the 'via' function as well at the moment, which we are investigating).
Try it out and if you're still having problems do get back to us.

Message refers to: A259 Westbound Havant

16 Nov 2009 13:56:29

ItsMikeE

Re: How to avoid route showing motorways

Any news on when the problem with "via" will be sorted?

Message refers to: A259 Westbound Havant

7 Dec 2009 16:26:28

Administrator

Re: How to avoid route showing motorways

Hi Mike,
It's proving a difficult one to resolve I'm afraid; our technical boffins are liaising with our mapping and routing suppliers in order to come up with a solution, but we are hopeful of having a fix early in the New Year.

Message refers to: A259 Westbound Havant

8 Dec 2009 14:29:54

moz

ROUTE ALERTS

For the last week or so the e mail alerts have stopped completely even tho there has been delays on the route....

For example this morning, despite the M3 problem northbound on our route no e mail alerts rec'd - ....have you got a problem again with this ?...the service hasn't been ( I don't think so ) the same for 6 to 9 months or so...could you plse check out this question plse...thanks..

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J4 Camberley

12 Nov 2009 20:09:42

Administrator

Re: ROUTE ALERTS

Hi moz,
We're not aware of any current problems with the service; it is of course possible that the queues were not significant enough to produce a mail at the time it was due and had worsened significantly by the time you were driving. Other than that if you are fairly certain that the mails have stopped altogether I can only suggest re-entering the route or a similar one to make a comparison.
Sorry not to be able to offer anything more positive at the moment; we will continue monitoring the output to see if any problems do come to light

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J4 Camberley

13 Nov 2009 13:56:31

Administrator

Personal Routes

Good news,
After a complete re-vamp we are very please to announce the return of our personal routes service, which can be set up via the 'Alerts' tab at the top of the page.
Enter the relevant Personal Routes and destination postcodes, confirm the details of your preferred route, and the latest info for this journey will automatically appear on your home page.
This then allows you to set up e-mail alerts which can be sent to you at time most convenient for you.
If you've not tried out this functionality before why not have a go; you need never again be caught out by unexpected delays on your way home!

Message refers to:

26 Oct 2009 13:38:51

petebanham

Re: Personal Routes

Hi, I had personal routes set up before the change and these still appear on my home page but the email alerts don’t seem to be very consistent anymore. I never seem to receive emails for one route and sometimes do for another. I have tried removing the email notifications and re-adding. Any ideas please? Thanks

Message refers to:

3 Nov 2009 8:06:48

Administrator

Re: Personal Routes

Hi Pete,
One of the changes to the service recently introduced is that we now only send out a mail when a delay has been detected on the route. The reason for this is to reduce the overall numbers of mails we send out and so make the service faster, also to avoid filling up your inbox with mails which don't include any useful info.
Do let us know if you think we're not passing on details of any significant delays you meet on your routes.
Hope that helps!

Message refers to:

4 Nov 2009 13:24:32

wibbly

Re: Personal Routes

I've tried to edit a route from the default suggested by the site, but I just get an error. Is this functionality supposed to work?

When I press 'recalulate route' I get a en error such as

"Link ID 258260060576792 not valid"

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8 Nov 2009 19:22:20

tecrob

Re: Personal Routes

I get the same error message when I try to change the route and emailed keepmoving but with no reply yet. Hope they sort it out soon because the route given is of no use to me

Message refers to:

13 Nov 2009 10:44:11

Administrator

Re: Personal Routes

Thanks to both of you for raising this; it does seem to be some sort of bug in the system which are technical teams are working on, however it has proven to be quite difficult to replicate the issue so do bear with us in the meantime

Message refers to:

13 Nov 2009 13:50:36

petebanham

Re: Personal Routes

Thanks for the clarification, happy to receive less mail now I know why.

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13 Nov 2009 17:07:09

GerryBowyer

Fuel prices on route

Fuel prices on route - will this option be available?

Message refers to:

24 Oct 2009 10:07:22

Administrator

Re: Fuel prices on route

Sorry Gerry, as stated against one of the queries further down the board we are no longer able to provide this service for reasons which are not under our control, and we do regret any inconvenience caused by this. However the site continues to offer all the other functionality, traffic information, text and mail alerts, camera views and audio reports.

Message refers to:

26 Oct 2009 13:32:36

island_dan

User Profiles

When I click my name or another driver's name I get a 404 error. What's happened to our profiles?

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound East of Basildon

23 Oct 2009 16:03:25

Administrator

Re: User Profiles

Hi Dan, thanks for bringing this to our attention.
We have investigated and this seems to be some sort of bug on the system.
Our technical teams are on the case and we hope to be able to have a fix in place in the near future.

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound East of Basildon

30 Oct 2009 13:32:44

Stu401

CLOSED AVOID

Closed for ages eastbound completely closed A1130 Entry slip closed. Very Long Delays.

Message refers to: A66 Eastbound Stockton-on-Tees

21 Oct 2009 19:08:46

GasPrices

Fuel Prices - HA!

Why keep the link if you no longer provide the service?
http://www.keepmoving.co.uk/fuel_info.aspx

Very very misleading..........

Message refers to:

18 Oct 2009 0:17:58

Administrator

Re: Fuel Prices - HA!

Thank you for pointing this out.
All the links to this page have been removed from within the site, but if you type that url into a browser the discontinued page will still appear.
We are taking steps to ensure that this page is completely removed in the next scheduled site housekeeping.
Thanks once again, and apologies for any confusion.

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19 Oct 2009 16:57:00

bobp

Re: Fuel Prices - HA!

and why have the page title 'KeepMoving - UK Traffic and Cheap Fuel Price Information' if you no longer provide the information?

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15 Nov 2009 16:21:20

cromptom

Re: Fuel Prices - HA!

er yes - that's why I joined, because I thought I would get that info!

Bit of a misrepresentation.

Message refers to:

16 Nov 2009 13:29:57

Administrator

Re: Fuel Prices - HA!

Apologies - just clocked the title heading, quite correct of you to point it out; that will get fixed asap!

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17 Nov 2009 13:23:19

madwitch

M6 southbound junc 19

Road is clear but the traffic is still stopped. NOTHING is happening on any lane southbound so why is it still shut? VOSA needs sued.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J19 Knutsford

13 Oct 2009 13:06:09

wcooper

E mail alerts

I used to get these but I have not got them for a while. When are they going to be live again?

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J13 Staines

25 Sep 2009 15:54:58

moz1moz1

SETTING UP A ROUTE

Hi there, I don't have routes set up at the moment so I don't receive any alerts- when will the web site allow us to 'set up' a route...?

Would appreciate your comments

B Rgds

Moz

Message refers to: M3 Southbound J3 Lightwater

23 Sep 2009 16:03:48

Administrator

Re: SETTING UP A ROUTE

Apologies for the length of time this service has been unavailable; the good news is that we hope to be completing work on the new version over the next few weeks. Watch this space for updates.
Thank you for your enquiry

Message refers to: M3 Southbound J3 Lightwater

24 Sep 2009 13:43:44

alasdairskeil

Iphone app

Will you be adding an app for Android phones?

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22 Sep 2009 17:06:12

Administrator

Re: Iphone app

Hi there,
While not ruling it out as a future development we sadly have no current plans for a KeepMoving android.
Sorry not to have anything more positive for you.

Message refers to:

24 Sep 2009 13:42:01

Administrator

E-mail Alerts

Good news for everyone who was asking about the e-mail alerts service.
This has now been restored and you should E-mail Alerts to receive alerts automatically. There is one major change the service however; we will now only send out an alert when there is something to pass on, so your mailbox won't get cluttered up with messages reporting no problems.
If you are relatively new to the site and haven't use the service before, click on the 'Alerts' tab above to set up reports for any route you use regularly. Regular users may want to check their setup to make sure you receive any messages at the time that's best for you.
As always, we are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the service via these boards.

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21 Sep 2009 13:28:29

butchnsundance

No Mention of delays

In addition to lengthy delays not being mentioned, thereby causing a missed meeting, all comments appear of a negative nature! So; being unable to find anything positive on this site any more, I intend to delete it from my bookmarks and rely on the good old BBC traffic reports instead. What a complete waste of time this site is!!!!!!

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10 Sep 2009 10:01:49

fobyac25

Traffic Alerts

Is the traffic alert ever going to work? Did it ever work? I can't drive with my laptop taped to the steering wheel and the battery goes flat so it's a pretty pointless site without it....

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J8 Reigate

7 Sep 2009 20:17:50

Administrator

Re: Traffic Alerts

To reply to some of the points which have been coming up regularly on the boards:
We are aware that there have been significant ongoing problems with the e-mail alert service for which we can only apologise. Investigations are continuing into this and we hope to have an update on progress soon. Rest assured we will advise you as soon as we have anything positive to report.
Not such good news on the fuel price info though. We are no longer able to provide this service for reasons which are not under our control, and we do regret any inconvenience caused by this. However the site will continue to offer up-to-date traffic information, access to traffic cameras across the motorway network as well as a place to air your views on any and all traffic-related issues.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J8 Reigate

14 Sep 2009 15:02:18

ecky

monmouth to gatwick

hi new to this going to be traveling to gatwick airport and wondered when the route helper was going to be back working

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6 Sep 2009 14:25:12

greengarry

Sad loss of Fuel Tracker info

I might have to stop visiting Keep Moving sadly - the only reason I used your site was for the fuel information...but you no longer have it?! Astounding decision!!!!

There's no problem on the M3 southbound that I'm aware of - your site was asking for road info before it would let me progress.

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6 Sep 2009 13:12:00

deedle

alerts

for some reason I nolonger receive the Email report on my daily M5 south journey to Watchet
Have I offended someone?
deedle

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J23 Bridgwater North

4 Sep 2009 10:59:49

sandviper

Fuel price checker

Where is the link to the fuel price checker?

Message refers to:

3 Sep 2009 10:14:02

Administrator

Re: Fuel price checker

Hi Sandviper,
As mentioned before (but now scrolled down the page a bit!) we no longer have the rights to publish this information so it is not available on the site any more.

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3 Sep 2009 13:38:42

rbatte1

Re: Fuel price checker

Is there any plan to restore this? This site is the only one I have found where you can scan for fuel based on a route. Best one I've seen, but now it's gone I am lost.

Rob

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22 Sep 2009 14:26:06

rayand

What happened to teh mobile service?

YOU SAY:

We've got a few queries on the KeepMoving discussion board about whether there're mobile pages. Well, yes. Yes there are. Keepmoving.co.uk/mobile.
You get the traffic info, our always-exciting CCTV
We just need to do some browser-sniffing so your phone takes you there automatically when you go to the regular KeepMoving site.

If you need any help, I work for www.bango.com that has a lot of expertise....

Message refers to:

20 Aug 2009 10:13:31

rayand

Price of access

Which is better (cheaper) using Vodafone 2222 or calling the 08... Keepmoving number?
Is location as precise on the 08 number?

Message refers to:

20 Aug 2009 10:07:21

Administrator

Re: Price of access

Hi rayand,
The most accurate and detailed Precision Traffic information is available on the 2222 service; this is only available to Vodafone subscribers as they provide us with the data to identify the caller's location accurately and so make the information as locally relevant as possible.
All the other services (401100, 64644) carry the same traffic information but without the ability to tailor it to the caller's immediate locality.
All of these services are now premium rate, so are charged at least 60p per minute, although different service providers' charges may vary.
One downside of the introduction of the Precision Traffic service is that we have sadly had to discontinue the subscription based '0845-TRAFFIC' service.
Hope that helps!

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24 Aug 2009 14:04:33

stphnstevey

Fuel prices

Were has your fuel prices gone???????????????????????

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18 Aug 2009 14:47:48

Administrator

Re: Fuel prices

To answer a number of queries which have come in about this; the situation is that we no longer have the rights to publish this information so it has had to be removed from the site, with our apologies.

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24 Aug 2009 14:06:41

JSBarrow

Fuel Prices anywhere

Not just the A338 but anywhere! Where are the fuel prices? I can't find a link on my page and when I find a link via the cheap supermarkets page it just sends me back to my page....

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10 Aug 2009 23:55:09

christopher

[FAO Site admins] keepmoving.co.uk - Invalid Hostname?

This isn't applicable to any particular road, but I had to choose one! (sorry about that)

I've noticed for a long while now, the CNAME www.keepmoving.co.uk works as expected, but http://keepmoving.co.uk (no www.) resolves to "Bad Request (Invalid Hostname)". There's no real reason for this even, a 301 Redirect could point to the www. Hostname and it'd improve Google rank too to have proper canonical hostnames.

Can I suggest this as a possible improvement? C'mon guys, there's no reason to not have keepmoving.co.uk set up to listen for requests without the www. CNAME. :)

Message refers to:

9 Aug 2009 23:42:00

Administrator

Re: [FAO Site admins] keepmoving.co.uk - Invalid Hostname?

Thanks for your comment, Christopher.
We have passed this on to our technical teams, the appropriate changes have been made and this functionality should now be in place.
let us know if you have any further problems.

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12 Aug 2009 14:04:18

geoffk007

Contra Flow

There has been a contra flow between 5 and 6 for over 2 weeks now and you have still not reported it. I did email you a week ago. With that and the bus fire it caused chaos on Sunday, worth a mention surely... Regards Geoff.

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J6 Basingstoke

4 Aug 2009 7:12:16

Administrator

Re: Why no mention of 3 mile contraflow?

Hi richardl,
The works you saw around Membury are being reported on the site, but their apparent absence may be due to the way incidents like this are reported by automated systems.
As you say, a contraflow by its nature affects traffic flowing in both directions, which is true for a number of types of report particularly weather. These 'bidirectional' messages are treated as a single incident affecting both directions of travel. The problem for showing this on our stripmaps is that the message only appears in one direction, with the opposite carriageway effect implied. This does have the positive effect of making the maps less cluttered and allowing more significant incidents to stand out. Any associated queues or delays will be reported on the side affected, but to be sure of picking up all of our reports it's best to check both directions of travel.
Your report of the works taking place at J11 has been passed back to our traffic reporters, and should appear on the site soon.

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J6 Basingstoke

27 Feb 2009 14:14:05

Tirosh

Adding a new route

Is anyone else having problems with adding a new route? I get to the point where it says "Success..." and I try to add it with a name and it just returns back to the same screen all the time.

Message refers to: A12 Southbound Homerton London

3 Aug 2009 17:30:56

chistraffic

Re: Adding a new route

getting the same problem...anyone had any answers yet?

Message refers to: A12 Southbound Homerton London

4 Aug 2009 12:24:50

daylmer

Re: Adding a new route

same issue still

Message refers to: A12 Southbound Homerton London

4 Aug 2009 13:25:43

Administrator

Re: Adding a new route

With apologies to all who have raised this issue, both on the discussion boards and by e-mail, we are aware of the problems affecting this service and are working towards a solution.
We will update you when we think all is back working again. Thank you for your patience in the meantime.

Message refers to: A12 Southbound Homerton London

5 Aug 2009 13:29:03

clintyboy12

Re: Adding a new route

Any update on progress to resolve this?
Would have been useful for my trip to Cornwall this weekend, though now you aren't able to provide fuel prices I will probably end up doing it the hard way on PETROLPRICES.COM.

Message refers to: A12 Southbound Homerton London

25 Aug 2009 8:01:04

lanyroo

Miles of M25

It says on the main page that the M25 is 94 miles long. That is incorrect, its more like 150 miles. I travel regularly to Farnboro, and it is 75 ish miles and it is half way round.

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J1B Dartford

31 Jul 2009 18:47:07

GregH

Re: Miles of M25

Hi, Thanks for your comment.
There are some inaccuracies in the way our database calculates road lengths, and these particularly show up on circular routes, for which our apologies.
The actual length of the M25 is around 117 miles, but Dartford and Purfleet are obviously only a few miles apart as the crow flies, and this is the disparity which causes the calculation to go wrong in this instance.
The majority of road length calculations are pretty accurate, as these approximate to the straight line distance, but if you see any others which seem wide of the mark please let us know.

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J1B Dartford

3 Aug 2009 13:50:11

mike1944

A47 blocked

Blocked both ways by 4-vehicle pile up sicne 1.30 pm at Sandy Lane Hockering between North Tuddenham and Honingham. Long tailbacks — avoid.

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound North Tuddenham

6 Jul 2009 15:15:54

sarah16982

Road closed both directions

Sandford road wareham has been closed between Holton heath and the Bakers arms roundabout due to a serious RTC.
Unsure how long the road will be closed for.
Traffic is being re directed through organford however is causing problems.
Advice to go to Morden park corner and through to Sandford/Wareham this way vica versa.

Message refers to: A351 Northbound Wareham Bypass

6 Jul 2009 15:08:40

Stu401

Closure

A66 Full Closure - Traffic Management Switch & Gantry Works - 23/06/09

The A66 will be closed between the A19 interchange and Newport flyover from 8pm 23/06/09 until 6am 24/06/09. Diversions will be in place via Portrack roundabout and Newport roundabout.

Message refers to: A66 Westbound Newport Interchange: Middlesbrough

23 Jun 2009 22:06:44

scarrottjones

roadworks

roadworks between J28 and J30 eastbound on M62. Two lane sections and 50MPH speed limit.

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J28 Morley

9 Jun 2009 23:36:51

keendartfan

Lane Closure

There is no lane closure at the Davenham roundabout on the A556. The lane closure is SOUTHBOUND at the crossing of the Weaver up to the turn off for Hartford. The link is here:

http://maps.cheshire.gov.uk/roadworks/HighImpactDetail.aspx?id=1323

Message refers to: A556 Northbound Davenham

9 Jun 2009 14:05:52

keendartfan

Re: Lane Closure

The lane is still closed on the opposite side of the carriageway to the one you report. It's 6 weeks since I reported it and you've done nothing.

Message refers to: A556 Northbound Davenham

23 Jul 2009 16:04:48

tomawest

Derby To Thorpe Park

Hi

I am planning on travelling to thorpe park a week on thursday at 6am and was wanting to know which would be the best way to get there? I have the option of either the M1 or the M40 to get to the M25.

Obviously the M1 is a more direct route but involves more time spent on the M25 at around 8:30am whilst the M40 avoids the majority of the M25.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

cheers

tom

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J13 Staines

26 May 2009 14:19:46

pst4nley

Motorway CCTV

I've noticed recently that more and more cameras on the M1 J30 to say J24 are unavailable, to the extent that on checking just now, I can only see one that has a picture. What's going on?

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J30 Chesterfield (North)

15 May 2009 16:57:43

matty2121

B Roads

On search for traffic why can`t you search for B roads ?

Message refers to: A140 Northbound Roughton South

13 May 2009 21:47:15

artfte

40 MPH

any moor and you might turn over

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J15 M4 Interchange: Heathrow

22 Apr 2009 8:55:39

wheeler87

SOME FLOODING

SOME FLOODING ON THE CORNER OF LORDSWOOD ROAD AND HAGELY ROAD BUT IS GOING 2 CLEAR.

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15 Apr 2009 14:38:25

Administrator

Re: Trips around Dorset

Hi there. This is most likely due to the way our delay data is compiled.
Our delay information is gathered from real journey times reported by probe vehicles carrying GPS units; as they progress on their journey the time taken to travel their route is continually compared against the expected time for that section of road. Any difference detected is then reported as a delay.
Once a road is closed, no vehicles are able to travel and no delay information is received or published for that route. Instead, a report of the road being closed is published against that section.
We are currently not able to publish suggested alternative routes together with a delay relative to taking the more direct journey, but the easiest way to make the comparison for yourself is to trawl other local routes using the 'search for traffic' link.
Hope that helps!

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18 Feb 2009 16:10:42

petebanham

Review saved routes

While I have been using the phone service for a while, I am new to this site so apologies if this is a stupid question but I can't find anywhere on the site to review/amend my stored routes. Having added them ok, I can change the name and alerting options but can’t seem to find anywhere that tells me what the route actually is. Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Pete

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27 Mar 2009 13:50:58

crispypack

A16 Closed

The A16 is closed all this week from Louth due to resurfacing at Calceby - how come you haven't put this on your list? Not sure where it is closed coming North from Boston. Only found out when I got there this morning. Frustrating.....

Message refers to: A16 Southbound Louth (South)

24 Mar 2009 9:47:52

PaulineWilliams

Route given for Bedford - Shaftesbury

Why does it state that there are currently no delays when on the flashing signage it gives problems and delays on every road to be used - A421; M1; M25; M3; A303?

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20 Mar 2009 18:20:25

bownjk

Reporting a problem by Text

Hello,
Why is there no facility to report a jam by text or on the keepmoving/mobile website (obviously, pulling over at a safe place to do so)? Few mobile phone companies will charge the BT rate you quote of 3.95p per minute to report a problem which is probably putting people off reporting hold-ups. And I imagine few people are thinking about reporting on their journey by the time they get home to their BT line.
Thanks

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J8/9 Maidenhead

12 Mar 2009 17:55:16

Administrator

Re: Creating Routes

Thank you for your comment. Currently it is not possible to choose your exact route yourself.
It seems that all routing engines will choose the M56/A556/A56 route to get from Manchester to the M6. However to force the engine to use the M62, start from Salford. Then put in Cirencester as a via point which will then correct the route at the end.

In most cases the routing engine returns the right route, but as routing, by it's very nature, is highly personal, it can be a case of trial and error before you get it right. We hope this advice helps with your journey.
Have a safe journey!

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J8/9 Maidenhead

18 Mar 2008 17:17:30

Tynus

wrong or misleading information

The map you provide of the position of the road works in Ashcott.
The position on the map looks as it it at the junction with the Taunton road, by the Pipers Inn for those who know the area. However that is not where the road works is. It is in Ashcott itself, i.e. West of the map position.

Message refers to: A39 Northbound Ashcott

10 Mar 2009 19:16:57

richardwild

fog / high intensity lights / indicators

Is there some new members only club that requires its drivers to drive with their front fog lights on all the time? Is it supposed to look "cool". I'm sick to death of being blinded by *****s who drive in wet conditions on dark roads with headlights and fog lights on. Headlights dip. Fog lights don't. The Highway Code gives useful guidance on the use of front and rear fog lights, and it's about time that drivers took a look at it.

And whilst I'm ranting, isn't correct use of indicators taught in driving lessons any more? This seems to be a particular fault of BMW drivers. When I was receiving instruction prior to taking the IAM driving test, I was advised that 4 seconds of indication in a motorway / dual carriageway overtaking manoeuvre should be adopted. Trust me; that's more than one flash of an indicator!

Message refers to: A34 Southbound North of Winchester

5 Mar 2009 16:47:33

Administrator

Re: CCTV Cameras

hi,
At the moment the cameras re-fresh every 4mins.
We hope you're finding them interesting.
Thank you.

Message refers to: A34 Southbound North of Winchester

10 Mar 2008 12:27:43

sportka

Road is blocked

No idea what is going on but traffic is hardly moving north bound on the A666.

Football match at Ewood but it seems this and the traffic diverted from the M61 might be making whatever happened, much worse.

Message refers to: A666 Northbound Egerton

4 Mar 2009 19:45:59

leew

Website error

Just got an error when trying to make a route:

Sys.WebForms.PageRequestManagerWebsite errorrErrorException: The message received from the server could not be Parsed. Common causes for this error are when the response is modified by calls to Response.Write(), response filters, HttpModules, or server trace is enabled.

Details: Error parsing near '

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3 Mar 2009 20:12:45

peterbray

SatNavs

Despite the reports of HGVs going down farm roads, cars ending on top of pigsties, more and more drivers are depending on these 'aids'. Those who become reliant upon them will get more and more frustrated with the results. No SatNav is completely reliable.
Good maps are much better for routing and for finding alternatives when necessary. And my experience is that SatNavs can lead you down one way roads the wrong way, tell you to turn right where right turns are expressly forbidden, make unnecessary detours, pick longer routes and most dangerous of all distract drivers.
So I like to have some fun with the installed SatNav in my car. I let it set the route, but take my own route and listen to my wife telling me where it 'thinks' I should be going and how I should turn off to rejoin the set route. Heigh ho and away to go; best in car game I've ever come across, especially when that disembodied female voice keeps repeating new directions that could be so costly in fuel!!

Message refers to: A40 Eastbound South of Abergavenny

2 Mar 2009 20:19:49

johnhsmalley

what about < shew LPG filling stations & prices >

hi

this question relates to the whole of yr site, and not solely to the above-referenced intersection/road/direction.

is is possible, to add LPG locations and prices to your excellent < cheap fuel > section ?

yrs etc john smalley

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28 Feb 2009 20:20:57

Administrator

Re: Why no reports?

Hi Millennia, I'm sorry the information you received did not match your experience. This may be due to the way your route is set up as well as some of our rules for how we report delays. We did report the overturned lorry and closure of the M4 between J26 and J24 from before 6am and these reports should have continued right through the morning.
Our policy is not to report delays affecting closed stretches of road, as traffic may remain trapped for a long period of time unrelated to measured road speed. Police advice was not to join the motorway after J28, so no delays were reported after this point.
We were reporting the delays affecting the stretch between J30-J28 approaching the closure, although this may not be on your daily route. We did record extensive delays on the A48 around Newport, but again these would not be reported if that road is not part of your route. I'm surprised you didn't see the reports of the closure, but this may be due to which junction where you exit

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29 Jan 2009 16:09:35

richardl

Major roadworks, narrow lanes, 50mph limit

Narrow lanes and a 50 mph limit both ways have been in place since before Christmas. Currently pile-driving taking place for foundations of new bridges at this junction.
No contraflow at present, and no average speed cameras yet.
There's been no mention of these works on KeepMoving.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J11 Reading (South)

27 Feb 2009 10:55:06

richardl

Why no mention of 3 mile contraflow?

There's a 3-mile long contrafow, so affecting both westbound and eastbound, on the M4 west of Membury Services, from the Berks/Wilts border westward.
There are narrow lanes, and a 40 mph limit with average speed cameras in both directions.
I'm curious as to why this hasn't appeared on your site, as the work Why no mention of 3 mile contraflow?ed before the snow, but was delayed by the same.
Major planing and resurfacing works are in progress.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound Membury Services

27 Feb 2009 10:49:54

leew

How does one report a blockage?

Does anyone know how one can report a blockage??
I cannot seem to find a report feature
thanks

Message refers to: A1031 Northbound Mar Dyke East: Saltfleet

23 Feb 2009 23:11:41

flyingflea

A419 was closed today without warning

A419 was closed from Chalford to Thrupp (near Stroud) without any warning. Road was coned off and guarded by two men sat in a Gloucestershire Highways truck watching a DVD on a laptop obviously working hard.

Message refers to: A419 Southbound Stroud Town Centre

16 Feb 2009 0:29:39

kevconnor

Roadworks return

Not anything listed anywhere else about these but on Rochdale road in Harpurhey outside the old baths there are currently temporary lights because of roadworks of some form they Roadworks returned on Friday (13th February) but there is not indication of how long they will be there for.

Message refers to: A664 Southbound Victoria Avenue: Blackley

14 Feb 2009 17:41:24

Administrator

Re: Any Jams??

Hi there,

We can confirm the motorway was closed southbound at junction 4 after a lorry overturned at around 4am this morning.

All Southbound traffic is currently being taken off the main carriageway and diverted via the slip roads and the roundabout at Handy Cross.

The latest information we have is that the Highways Agency hope to have the motorway re-opened by mid-afternoon, so all should be back to normal for evening rush-hour, but there will be additional traffic affecting the junction in the meantime.

Message refers to: A664 Southbound Victoria Avenue: Blackley

21 Jan 2009 11:42:18

MrPicasso

NO Warning!

The A505 was closed at the tunnel section at Bladock in BOTH directions. I went through it at 0603 this AM, and there was no advance warning at all - Nealry crashed through the Road Closed Signs. Nothing on the radio, no other advance warnings, and no assistance as to how to get around the diversion. If You didn't have SatNav, you'd have been royally stuffed.

Farce.

PS Why this routing algorithm refuses to let me join the M25 from the A1M directly, Ijust don't understand. It seems obsessed with taking me round the A405 /A414, which is not the quickest even if the shortest....

PPS how crazy are we to be joining near-stationary traffic on the A1 going south at Welwyn at 06:10 every day? Why do we bother? my average journey time is 2.5 hours for 76 miles....

Rant over.

Message refers to: A505 Westbound Baldock

13 Feb 2009 11:24:09

Administrator

Re: LPG

Our fuel price comparisons are updated regularly overnight from data made available to us by the petrol retail industry.

As yet, the number of outlets for LPG are far less numerous than for petrol/diesel products, so for many route requests there would simply be no data to return.

As a result we currently have no plans to include prices for LPG in our comparisons, and the number of outlets would need to increase significantly before we would consider taking steps to do so.

Message refers to: A505 Westbound Baldock

21 Jan 2009 13:49:34

mikeburnsuk

All cameras down

Is it just me or are all the Highways agency cameras currently down??

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Wetherby (North)

12 Feb 2009 14:56:27

chippy2

Inconsistent delay info

08:51 9 Feb. If I search through the "search for traffic" link I get shown delays in this area. This is part of one of "my journeys", which shows no delays in this area. Confused? Yes.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J11a M6 Toll: Cannock

9 Feb 2009 8:52:43

therockape

Trips around Dorset

Had to specify a road just to get the comment on but applies to all routes out of Weymouth east or west..

Wondering why I bother with this site. All My trips reported as 'no delays' all day yesterday & even now... But I know that all the roads are heavily iced & a great many are closed..

Message refers to: A35 Eastbound Raymond's Hill: Monkton Wyld

7 Feb 2009 11:19:49

agoodey

Database still reporting this road as closed, and it isn't!

I travel on this road nearly every day, and for the last 7 or 8 months it is intermittently reported as closed due to roadworks - in my experience it has not been closed EVER in the last 7 - 8 months (I live very close to this junction.) Please get it right, as it is very annoying to get this message pop up every day.

Message refers to: A420 Eastbound Botley Interchange: Oxford

7 Feb 2009 9:02:47

tessawatkins

Accident

3 car accident - off the road, back up of traffic

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

6 Feb 2009 20:58:09

Roywindyh

Re: no cameras

It seems that when the need to see where the congestion is then the Higways Agency use
some unreal abuse of their self importance and arbitarly "switch off"

Do they own the cameras ( in the broadest sense, IE THE TAX PAYER ACTUALLY OWN THE CAMERAS) So why do they operate big brother approach and decide what they allow us to see ?

False sense of superiorty within our ranks of "Public Servants" I think

I have just copied my MP into this matter and hopefully he may embarrass some over officious agency censor

Grumpy BoB
Bolton

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

22 Mar 2008 13:43:42

leew

Road blocked due to bridge re-building

the bridge on this road is being rebuilt and is totally closed at saltfleet.

Message refers to: A1031 Southbound Mar Dyke East: Saltfleet

5 Feb 2009 22:09:48

AdkwikIndustrial

Accident on A14 reported

Can you tell us more about the accident that has happened?

Message refers to:

5 Feb 2009 15:23:56

archiemacarthur

Snow on road

Things were slow today, because of the road surface - combination of compressed snow and ice, not a lot of evidence of gritting since the snow fell last night. On road between Kessock Bridge and Tore roundabout, average speed was 20-30 mph. Things got a lot better from Tore northwards

Message refers to: A9 Northbound Tore Roundabout: North of Inverness

5 Feb 2009 10:43:25

kevconnor

Missing Road - A6044 (Agecroft Road)

I would like to set up a route where I pesonally amend it to use the A6044 (Agecroft road) instead of the M60 but for some reason the Keep Moving system doesnt seem to recognise it as even being a proper road can you please help

Message refers to: A666 Southbound Agecroft Road: Pendlebury

1 Feb 2009 20:15:25

millennia

Why no reports?

I don't understand - the route eastbound on the M4 in S Wales is shown as quiet with nothing happening and yet it is carnage out there. A lorry crash blocked the Brynglas tunnel this morning and traffic was diverted off the M4 and gridlocked the whole of Newport. The A48 alternate route through Newport eastbound is still solid as a result of this - I'm amazed there have been no reports on this section and my set route through this is marked as clear.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound Brynglas Tunnel

28 Jan 2009 10:36:10

shiwarrior

How do I change my route?

Hi all

love the site

I want to set up a route, going from M40 Junc.15 to Nuneaton, I want to go up the A46 untill I hit the ringroad at Stonebridge HWY and instead of going straight over onto the A444 I want to go right onto the A45 then A46, Hit the M6 Junc2 and come of at M6 Junc 3 or is it better to go straight through on A444 ?
Thanks for your time

Message refers to: A46 Northbound Stonebridge Highway: Coventry

21 Jan 2009 21:59:13

Administrator

Re: Audio report for pre-set routes

Hi

You're quite right in that this is a commercial service designed to generate revenue, but the removal of the routes feature has nothing to do with this.

We created the route specific feature a couple of years ago and we only generated a small number of users. The ability to edit or create a new route via the website (and listen to it through the phone service) has been unavailable for 18 months now - although it continued to remain in place on the phone line for those who set up a route beforehand. As you may have noticed, we have entered a partnership to provide this service to the RAC. It wasn't possible to offer the original web based sign up via the RAC website and so this left us with an RAC branded service offering journey specific traffic which new callers could not benefit from. We therefore had no choice but to remove the feature.

I do apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. We'll be reviewing the functionality in the New Year and we hope to offer an alter

Message refers to: A46 Northbound Stonebridge Highway: Coventry

16 Dec 2008 10:19:54

onecarefulowner

Any Jams??

Just heard on the news that a lorry has overturned on the M40 at High Wycombe, has this affected Handy Cross?

Message refers to: A404 Northbound M40: Handy Cross: High Wycombe

21 Jan 2009 7:36:00

PH1L1P0

LPG

WHEN WILL YOU SHOWING THE LPG PRICES IN THE CHEAP FUEL SECTION?.

Message refers to:

18 Jan 2009 21:51:27

Administrator

Re: Journey time

Hi there,

Having consulted our database of expected journey times, it suggests that 40 minutes might be a more realistic timing for this journey, assuming you stick to the main A13 and A12, but with regular delays of 15-20 minutes expected in the morning peak and 10-15 minutes in the evening, so it may be best to allow an hour for the commute to be on the safe side until you become more familiar with the traffic flows.

Hope that helps!

Message refers to:

6 Jan 2009 16:07:45

milkman

Road closure

The A161 is closed between Beckingham and Walkeringham due to culvert repairs.
Divertions are in operation.
Milkman

Message refers to:

14 Jan 2009 21:57:38

lmayhead

Re: Information For My Journey To Work

I have exactly the same question so its not just you !

Message refers to:

8 Dec 2008 11:46:45

Administrator

Re: Information For My Journey To Work

Thank you both for your comments, and for all those others who have raised queries about 'Option 2'

Regretfully, we have taken the decision to remove this option from our services. Analysis showed that it was not being taken up by many callers to the service, and the decision was taken to shorten the introductory menus by removing it. This change is gradually being introduced across all of our phone services.

The option to hear traffic local to your locaton is still available by pressing 'Option 3' on most services, although technical reasons mean we unfortunately cannot offer this on the 0845-TRAFFIC service.

Whilst apologising for the inconvenience, we trust you will find that these changes do not detract from the overall usefulness of the service

Message refers to:

8 Dec 2008 13:54:35

prettyvizsla

Stationary @ and just after Junction 19

I am going to Northampton from Carlisle, delayed my journey because accident closed M6 @ Croft earlier. Made good time but now stationary just after junction 19, could be a result of earlier accident or new incidident. Display boards state accident - long delays, unable to see problem, will update

Message refers to: M6 Southbound M1 Interchange Near Rugby

4 Jan 2009 18:03:53

commute75

Journey time

Hi

I currently live in Rainham, Essex and have been offered a job in Hackney. Maps show its only about 15 mile and 30 minutes, but can anyone tell me what the real journey times on A13 will be if I leave at 7.30 in the morning from Rainham. And what to head back this way from Hackney at 5pm. Thanks
in advance

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound Rainham London

2 Jan 2009 18:46:15

mmarsden

Re: Email alert time

Just adjust the time appropriately. I add 20 minutes. They don't know how long the email or sms will take in transit, so they assume the worst.

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound Rainham London

5 Jan 2009 18:43:50

Administrator

Re: Email alert time

That's pretty much the option we would recommend!

Because of the large volume of mails and alerts processed each day, they are sent out in batches at approximately 20-minute intervals; so your set routes will be scanned for delays and incidents present at around that time. This also gives you the option of setting off early if a delay is detected on your route.

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound Rainham London

6 Jan 2009 15:53:11

NikkyBaby

Re: Journey time

Hi,

i live in Rochford (near southend) and I travel into Barking every day, this is aparently a 35min journy but in reality, I leave SS4 @ 07:00am mon-fri and I get to barking IG11 at 08:30 near on so I would add some time to your journy, if the A13 is slightly damp or to hot etc its grinds to a halt.
Returning home usualy takes me arround 45 to 55 mins on averange but thats taking a de tour onto the M25 then A127..
(im saving up 4 a helicopter its will be cheaper in the long run)

:) lol lol

hope this helps

Message refers to: A13 Eastbound Rainham London

6 Jan 2010 16:30:44

Clanc

work2home service

Hi,

I have tried e-mailing keep moving but to no avail.

I have a 130 mile journey to work and really valued the 'work2home' service via my mobile on 64644 and dialing 2. I was surprised to learn by default that is was no longer available and without any prior notification.

The alternative of calling up all of the roads on route is time consuming, expensive and potentially unsafe if users are wrongly tempted to try whilst driving.

I know many people who used the service and remain surprised and sceptical about its apparent unpopularity. I found out about the service through 'word of mouth', as did all of my friends and colleagues. If the service was reactivated and advertised on your website even at a higher call charge, perhaps more people might use it?

If the service is no longer to be made available then frankly it is cheaper to resort to competitor services

Thanks

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2 Jan 2009 17:31:36

ler01kjh

Email alert time

Ideally I'd get the email alert or SMS just a few minutes before I'm about to leave, with the latest information. But currently, I get them about 30 minutes before. Is there a 'lag' time for the information received by sms? Could the site be amended to ask when the text/email should be received, rather than when do you leave.?

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J8 Reigate

29 Dec 2008 18:48:07

DDUK

Lorry broken down, obstructing the road.

Didn't know where you report such things?

Container lorry broken down exactly as you exit the roundabout on the A417 Northbound before you get to Nettleton, blocking it down to single file traffic alternating both ways to move along the road, just been stuck there half hour.
Cheers!

Message refers to: A417 Northbound Birdlip

22 Dec 2008 14:55:51

swalsh6850

Audio report for pre-set routes

I am going to state that the single most useful area of your services has been removed by not allowing us to dial in and check our preset route. This I suspect is simply because you make more money by keeping us on the phone longer than the 10 secs to be told our route is clear when we dial in and press "2". Clearly its in your interest for us to have to keep on the phone for ages to check road by road, listen to the entire length of that motorway before getting to the relevant bit too.

I dont believe you that it was because of small numbers of users - I believe you are simply generating income.

Please reinstate it, it was the most useful traffic service out there. Now you are not.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J10 Guildford

15 Dec 2008 18:18:48

davidmiles

audio reports for selected routes

I've been unable to get the previously very useful audio report on my way to and from work. Option 2 is no longer an option when contacting keep moving.
Any suggestions?

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J6 Basingstoke

14 Dec 2008 18:49:45

Administrator

Re: Missing Road - A6044 (Agecroft Road)

Hi Kev,
The reason for this is that the road listings on KeepMoving are limited to those routes for which we publish delays, and this stretch of the A6044 is not currently included, although we do reporting any major traffic incidents and accidents which affect it.
There are a number of reasons why a route might not be covered, including its strategic importance, levels of vehicle flow, and demand for information.
Ultimately we aim to cover all A-roads, and new ones are added at regular intervals. The next update is due later this year, but I can’t promise the A6044 will be included at that stage.
In the meantime, depending on the exact route you follow, you should be able to select any of the A56 Bury New Road, A665 Bury Old Road or A576 Middleton Road, which may produce a route closer to the one you follow.
Hope that helps!

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J6 Basingstoke

3 Feb 2009 15:50:38

artofwork

Does anybodys audio alert work?

I don't hear any audio from the audio section is it working for anyone else? I have flash, real player, windows media player. What am I doing wrong? It worked months ago but not now....
Thanks
Tim

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J35A Stocksbridge (South)

7 Dec 2008 15:01:45

Roywindyh

M61 Blackout

Hi
Does anyone know why the cameras on the M61 between Farnworth and
the M6 are always out of action on the site

Thanks

Grumpy BoB

Message refers to: M61 Northbound Rivington Services

7 Dec 2008 11:05:53

andyk

Information For My Journey To Work

When calling the service from my car I used to be able to press “2” on my keypad and get a report for my journey to or from home. However, that does not seem to be a function of the service anymore. Have you removed this facility?

Thanks

Andrew

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2 Dec 2008 9:22:23

theory77

fleet-maidenhead

Hi I live in Fleet North Hampshire and will be fleet-maidenheading to travel to Maidenhead. I'd like to know if anyone travels this route and if so which way you go. I could go along the M4 or I could go on the M3 to Bracknell and then up. What I'd like to try is Fleet-Camberley-Crowthorne-Bracknell-Maidenhead along the a3095 for much of the journey. Can anyone help?

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1 Dec 2008 20:58:10

beattie18

Reason for delay

Does anybody know what caused the huge delay to southbound traffic between junctions 19 and 18 at about 5.30 yesterday evening?? Having left Manchester at 6pm I was relieved to eventually get home at 2.30 am this morning - however, I would like to know what happened as the news updates on the radio weren't saying much.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J19 Knutsford

1 Dec 2008 17:33:20

lmayhead

Dial up number

What is the best number to dial to get traffic info, I used to have the number programmed in my phone but have now lost it. The number I used to have enabled me to press 2 to get info on my route to and from work but this is not possible on the 0845 TRAFFIC number. Am I doing something wrong or is there a better number.

cheers

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

1 Dec 2008 10:12:04

iperry

Re: Compatability

They work fine in Firefox (3.0.3 on XP) for me.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

29 Oct 2008 18:23:11

cartransportpro

----- FUEL CARDS?? -----

Hello Everyone!

I'm new here and I want to know your advice and experiences with FUEL CARDS..

James..

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J32 M18 Interchange: Sheffield

25 Nov 2008 2:49:38

Administrator

Re: CCTV

Hi
Thank you very much for your comment. Our CCTV images are supplied to us courtesy of the Highways Agency, and are updated very 4 minutes.
Best wishes
Keepmoving

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J32 M18 Interchange: Sheffield

30 Oct 2008 11:28:21

mike1944

A47 Honingham

Bad congestion A47 at Honingham both ways for construction of roundabout at the Mattishall Road turning, delays of up to 20 minutes. One lane closed and 24 hour traffic lights in operation scheduled to continue until 06.00 hours Monday morning. Thie situation is made worse by ice and snow on the road. This website for reasons best known to itself only allows me to set the location as New Costessey 5 miles towards Norwich neither will it allow me to put both ways.

Message refers to: A47 Westbound New Costessey

22 Nov 2008 19:49:42

mike1944

I wonder how many times

I have e-mailed and put posts on here several times that the long-term roadworks that Keep Moving states are on the A47 at New Costessey are in fact at Honingham a few miles to the west. There is no way to enter this correct location. This week we are to see at 8 am this Thursday traffic lights on this busy road 24 hours a day until 6 am Monday morning at the moment they are there just at night from 8 pm to 6 am.

This damn stupid wrong location is as much good to drivers as a chocolate fire guard, , maybe this info will be more helpful.

http://new.edp24.co.uk/content/news/story.aspx?brand=EDPOnline&category=News&tBrand=EDPOnline&tCategory=News&itemid=NOED18%20Nov%202008%2014%3A45%3A24%3A973

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

18 Nov 2008 23:30:17

Jets99

Car Share - Taunton to Newport

In the unlikely event that anyone else does this journey I'm willing to share the cost.

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J25 Taunton

14 Nov 2008 16:43:08

Administrator

Re: M61 Blackout

Thanks for your question. We do make available on the site all the images that the Highways Agency pass on to us.

Cameras can be switched off at short notice for operational reasons, but longer term outages can occur for a number of reasons: there may be an individual camera or comms problem, or there may be works going on in the area.

We're not aware of an specific issues affecting this route, but if anyone can shed any light we'd be glad to hear from you

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J25 Taunton

8 Dec 2008 16:41:53

egertons

Keep Moving web site has stopped working properly

Please check out the functioning the your website.
My route in the evening is M25 Junction 11 to junction 16
Yesterday the was an accident at junction 15 this did not show up on the journey times
and does not show on the yesterdays time graph..

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J11 Woking and Chertsey

14 Nov 2008 13:18:57

Murf

Juction 10-8

Listen, " keep moving " what happened last night. No mention of the 1-2 hour delay from Junction 10 - 8. Your email said the journey should have taken 1hour and 19mins. It actually took 3 hours from Slough to Medway.
If you can't get major hold ups right then don't bother sending me, what amounts to SPAM.

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J8 Reigate

11 Nov 2008 14:26:38

jmullan

High Winds

Beware of very high winds in both directions through drumochter

Message refers to: A9 Southbound Dalwhinnie

10 Nov 2008 10:39:13

rjkemp

Petrol Prices

How often are your prices updated? I've just travelled from Bedfordhshire to Bradford via M1 and Shffield city on Saturday 8 Nov and back on 9 Nov. I've frequently seen prics for unleaded at 92.9p but your site only shows 94.9P. With dynamically channging prices it makes the site out of date vey quickley. Thoughts?

Richard

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J13 Milton Keynes South

9 Nov 2008 20:25:06

crispypack

Big Hold Up

Why have you not mentioned the A47 at King's Lynn lane closure on the dual carriageway (both directions) causing major disruption? Maybe during the day it is still reasonable, but at peak times it is taking 20-30 minutes to get through this area, which doesn't seem to be mentioned anywhere.

Message refers to: A47 Westbound King's Lynn

5 Nov 2008 15:12:51

MJoshi

Traffic this week

Has anyone else noticed that traffic has been particularly heavy this week at around 17:00 going southbound on the M1 (Jnct. 13 down through the roadworks).

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J13 Milton Keynes South

30 Oct 2008 23:25:50

antony01

What is Berhsire Highways playing at

At least once a week it takes between 60mins to 2 hours (YES 2 Hours) to get from Rose Kiln Lane along the A33 to M4 Junction 11. Recently, having left the office at 5.30pm did not get back to Swindon until 8.20pm - the longest section of the journey was as mentioned above. There is never an accident, never a breakdown or the wrong leaves on the tarmac. Can anyone explain why the traffic flow varies so much. This problem can occur any night of the week, but typically Tuesdays and Thursdays are worse.

Message refers to: A33 Southbound M4 J11: Reading

30 Oct 2008 17:26:07

ler01kjh

Compatability

Hi,
Would be great if you could make your audio reports compatable with Firefox browser. Doesn't do anything at the moment, so need to open IE.

Also, notice that the dashboard page shows "no delays" and the usual time for my journey from Leeds to Reigate, yet the M1 is closed. So there is a red indicator, but surprised the journey time doesn't adjust, and it should state to 'click here' for delay info.

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29 Oct 2008 14:47:49

ler01kjh

CCTV

The CCTV pictures are interesting. But it would be good to have a timestamp. How often are they refreshed? Is it possible to get streaming content?

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J8 Reigate

29 Oct 2008 9:01:19

mike1944

Wrong location

I see that the location for the roadworks is still wrong despite being told it would be corrected asap by an administrator on October 14th. If any notice is to be taken of these roadworks warnings by the public surely it is essential that the correct location is given both in the heading and on the map, both are wrong by a few miles.
For information of those that are interested the location of the Mattishall Road Roundabout construction is at Honingham not New Costessey and applies to both eastbound and westbound traffic.

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

27 Oct 2008 11:43:53

BFHSP

Surface Water

Localised flooding and running surface water between Mach Bridge and Aberdyfi

Message refers to: A493 Westbound North of Machynlleth

26 Oct 2008 10:17:47

Administrator

Re: More Results?

IDS 777,
Thank you for your suggestion. As the results are for a journey you are already planning to take - we feel that a recommendation of 3 is about right. We have taken your feedback on board and will consider it for future development.
Best wishes
keepmoving

Message refers to: A493 Westbound North of Machynlleth

20 Aug 2008 17:06:45

WEZARD

Contraflow should apply to both directions

There is a contraflow indicated for the M4 Westbound between J13 and 14, this should be duplicated for the Eastbound direction as it has the same speed restriction of 50mph.

Shouldn't this be done automagically for contraflow situations as they are going to have the same effects on both sides of the carriageway?

Great site BTW

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J14 Hungerford

23 Oct 2008 17:15:31

Administrator

Re: special incident broadcasts

Hi,
Thank you for your comment.
The functionality of the Road option has been changed recently to automatically include any special incident broadcasts or eyewitness reports, this was done in order to reduce the number of key presses required per call; and increase the hands-free nature of the service. Pressing 1 will now skip the message, rather than playing it. The call prompts have been changed to inform of this change, but we apologise if you missed these changes. The Route and Locality options are also due to be updated in the near future. If this is not the cause of your confusion, please contact us directly at info@keepmoving.co.uk and we can investigate the matter further.
Kind regards
Keepmoving

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J14 Hungerford

20 Oct 2008 15:13:38

MrPicasso

Timescales and delays

My route takes in the A1198, A505, A1, M25 and M4. The 76-mile route I set up has a normal journey time of 1h 38m. This is 'optimistic' to say the least, as during the 3h 'rush-hour' I've never achieved it in less than 2h, often longer. There are 'Centipede' stop-Timescales and delayss on the A1 and M25 each and every day for 10-15 mile sections of both these roads, but these conditions are never indicated on the website. I'm just of the opinion that the route timings for these overloaded roads should realistically reflect average timings during the business day, rather than at 04.00, at which time the stated duration is theoretically possible!

I wonder if users do phone in these delays and if they are noted, or if not would it help the routing algorithm if we did regularly report the delays?

Thx

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20 Oct 2008 13:59:19

Eddy

NO DELAYS !!!

NO DELAYS ATALL ON THE M25 THIS MORNING ?? I JUST HEARD BLIMEY THERE MUST BE NO LORRYS THEN

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J21 M1: Chiswell Interchange

17 Oct 2008 4:39:18

Administrator

Re: Wrong location

Mike,
Thank you very much for your comment. Firstly we apologise if you feel ignored. We make every effort to ensure that all comments and emails are replied to as quickly as possible. The accuracy of our information is very important to us, and something we work hard to maintain. However, despite our best intentions, due to the volume of data, rarely a mistake may be made. Thank you very much for bringing this to our attention. We shall make sure this is corrected as soon as possible.
We hope you continue to find the website useful.
Kind regards
Mary

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J21 M1: Chiswell Interchange

14 Oct 2008 13:38:47

Nohair

special incident broadcasts

The 2020 serviceseems to be tempremental whereby the 'special incident broadcasts' which follow the incident summary cant always be called up by dailing '1' at the end of the summary. If you are 1 picosecond slow or 1 pico second too quick, it doesnt bring the special incident up.
NH

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J26 Waltham Abbey

16 Oct 2008 17:10:30

mike1944

Wrong location

I have reported this before but nothing appears to get done to correct this. The roadworks for roundabout construction at the Mattishall Road junction on the A47 is not at New Costessey but at Honingham. The location as depicted is even incorrect on the map as the correct location is to the west of Easton not to the east of it. It seems pointless putting up traffic information and indicators on a map if they are at least 5 miles out. A check on multimap or streetmap will show Honingham clearly as being nowhere near New Costessey. Even my earlier e-mail I sent was totally ignored makes one wonder how much more information on this site is as inaccurate at this is.
The roadworks affect both east and westbound as this is a single carriageway road.

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

14 Oct 2008 1:26:27

HelenTherese

Re: setting vias

Agree with you. My normal rote to and from work is fine (Chester to Prescot via Runcorn bridge)

However when setting up alternatives due to very nasty roadworks on bridge, I wanted route via M56, M6 thelwall and along M62. It will insist on taking me off the M6 and back on again at one junction and I can't get it to stop. I think its the A57 but I can't go back into my route as the info button doesn't work.

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

2 Oct 2008 14:10:08

vertic4l

setting vias

This site is very nearly very useful. The details that stop it being useful for me are:

i) Creating routes is really a bit slow. This maybe wouldn't be such a big problem if there was a useful progress indication so you could tell whether it was still working or whether it, or the connection to it, had died.

ii) More seriously, it is really rather difficult to get it to take the route that you really want.

While the routing algorithm does seem to find a reasonable, best-guess, route, one of the uses I have for this, rather than say, a Sat Nav, is that you can use it compare the 'default' route with a nominally slightly worse route which is less susceptible to delays. The trouble is that the routing interface makes this hard.

In my case, I was trying to route from Melbourn to the NEC. Its choice of routing, via the M11/A14/M6 would be my normal preference, but it is a route very susceptible to delays, so the point was to examine alternatives.

An alternative, A1198/A428/

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

1 Oct 2008 19:53:16

Graeme2812

Re: Still Censored

I'm not so sure the problems with the camera feeds are down to the HA, as normally (with www.trafficScotland.org anyway) they would replace the feed with a "Currently Unavailable" image due to roadworks/site changes etc or "In Operational Use" image If the camera images are subject to any legal issues for example, the scene of an accident etc.

There aware of the problem so I'm sure they'll have them back up soon enough.

P.S When will the Scottish, Welsh & Irish cameras be included to complete the UK?

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

23 Mar 2008 15:34:22

Roywindyh

Re: Still Censored

Thanks Graeme2812

You are probably right. I do often get the small red x up on the odd window so
perhaps it is a bug.
Appologies to HA if it is.

Not So Grumpy BoB now !

Bolton

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

23 Mar 2008 21:50:55

chrisdevelop

Waste of time

I joined today as I thought it would be very handy to plan a route and also see the routes I was going to travel so as to avoide things as road works.

I have been on every area and nearly every camera in every area tonight and they are all blank. What I thought would be an excellent site is a waste of time. I can get a route planner anywhere, but to see the roads before you leave would have been a big advantage to stop me adding to the congestion.

I appreciate the Highways operate the cameras, but come on it needs Keep Moving to take them to task on this, the whole thing comes out of the taxpayers money, we want to avoide giving them further congestion, so play the game and turn the flaming cameras on. I dont know why they say that in bad weather they turn them off, that is just the time you need to see the damn thing.

I hate to say this but if this is what it is normally like then this will prob be my last visit

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

24 Mar 2008 0:52:29

soundrabbit

Cameras

How come other sites e.g. BBC are still showing working camera pictures when their feeds come from the same source as Keep Moving's? I suspect other issues are the cause.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

24 Mar 2008 10:06:10

zool

slightly disapointed

Guy - sort the site out.
It seemed a great idea - I checked it out, the CCTV was looking good and I could actually check out J27 before I got onto it to see if I was going to be delayed (more and more common these days with 'nose-to-tail driving' at 90mph) .
Disapointingly eveythings down - again.
I'll try a few more times over the next few days, then un-subscribe.
Shame !
Zool

Message refers to: M6 Northbound Corley Services

24 Mar 2008 10:47:34

milkman

A161 Road now open.

The roadworks that caused closure of A161 at Beckingham have been removed.The road is now open.

Message refers to: A161 Southbound Beckingham

29 Sep 2008 23:22:02

amansco

Signs said Road Closed from Monday to Friday

On Friday while travelling west on this road at around 5pm, the signs erected said that this road would be closed in both directions "from Monday to Friday". We travelled this route today (Sunday) at around 6pm only to find that the road had been closed a day earlier than stated. Had to divert all the way back to Balloch to follow the diversion signs - what a waste of time and diesel.

Message refers to: A811 Eastbound South of Drymen Bridge

28 Sep 2008 23:40:38

srspanton

Road works at bridge near Hitchin Station

A505 closed each night from 19:00 at bridge near station for 2 weeks from 22 Sept 2008.
Other time during this period traffic flow restricted by temporary traffic lights.

Message refers to: A505 Westbound Hitchin Station

25 Sep 2008 17:55:54

srspanton

A505 roadworks at bridge near station

A505 closed each night from 19:00 at bridge near station for 2 weeks from 22 Sept 2008.
Other time during this period traffic flow restricted by temporary traffic lights.

Message refers to: A505 Eastbound Hitchin Station

25 Sep 2008 17:54:43

opennick

Re: No camera's working

open nick...m25

Message refers to: A505 Eastbound Hitchin Station

21 Mar 2008 16:07:50

imi

Re: No camera's working

same here I get the red x in the corner where r u admin can u sort this problem. All cameras can not be blacked out impossible! most probaly keep moving server problem?

Message refers to: A505 Eastbound Hitchin Station

21 Mar 2008 16:22:48

symodoug

Re: No camera's working

SAME HERE WONDERING IF IT IS PC SETTINGS LIKE FIREWALL ECT --ANY ONE HELP

Message refers to: A505 Eastbound Hitchin Station

22 Mar 2008 11:32:51

evanescence1k

No Delays??

There has been resurfacing work on this road since 4th September. It is meant to take 6 weeks. if we go off last years work done it will me more like 12 weeks.

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25 Sep 2008 1:22:03

HelenTherese

No delays on this road?????

Awful roadworks closed 2 lanes of this road on the approach to the runcorn bridge. These are non-peak (!!!) works between 9am and 4pm Tues, Weds and Thurs for the next 4 weeks. A normal journey of 35mins took me 1hr 20 minutes last night when I left work (Prescot) at 3pm.

Avoid this journey at all costs as there is total gridlock in Widnes. How 4 o'clock is classed as non-peak on this key route is beyond me

Message refers to: A533 Westbound Runcorn-Widnes Bridge

24 Sep 2008 17:34:05

Bigaitch

Fuel

Inflexible site and no use to me fuel-wise- I've only put A55 to enable me to ask the question but this is more pertinent to the whole of the uk! , why is there no mention of LPG in cheap fuel?

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24 Sep 2008 8:18:22

brucelivi

Scotland

This site is good and I use it a lot for work. But why is there no cameras inScotland. I have to change over to a Scotish site to get local info ?

Message refers to: M8 Eastbound J29 Paisley: West

23 Sep 2008 18:02:26

Clivek

Great CCTV

I like your CCTV section, but any chance you can add which way the camera is looking as you would need to know this to get meaningful info.

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J31 Sheffield and Worksop

23 Sep 2008 10:22:45

Clivek

Why

You show no delay on my route from Kirkburton to Oxford yet also show the M1 heavy delays around J31 which is true?

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J31 Sheffield and Worksop

23 Sep 2008 10:18:06

johnbob

Re: Congestion Charge

Tell me more please!

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J31 Sheffield and Worksop

21 Mar 2008 13:09:53

ruthiejane

Slow moving traffic

Slow moving traffic across the cob this morning.

Message refers to: A487 Northbound Porthmadog

22 Sep 2008 17:00:37

Administrator

Re: 2 Hours to Newcastle?!

Good morning Vikki,
Firstly, thank you for your comment. We've had a look into this problem and it appears the problem was an accident which happened early this morning. Please see the details below.
A19 TEES FLYOVER NORTHBOUND - MIDDLESBROUGH, NORTH YORKSHIRE
There was an accident on A19 Tees Flyover Northbound between A66 and A1046 Haverton Hill Road (Portrack Interchange). The incident involved two lorries, one of which was a car transporter that blocked lanes two and three (Of three). The vehicles have now been recovered.

Message refers to: A487 Northbound Porthmadog

18 Mar 2008 12:02:08

stewartbrock

Email alert

Hi

I've just found the site, and it looks really useful, so thanks to all concerned.

Your email alert is set up to automatically use the sign up email address. I have signed up from my home email, but I would want my traffic alert email in the afternoon to my work email address. Any chance of giving the option please?

regards

Stewart

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19 Sep 2008 22:34:11

southendmike

A127 Eastbound - Halfway House

Thursday 18th Sept - 1740 - Essex CC Travel noting blockage of both lanes due to 2 vehicle RTA - delays expected.

Message refers to: A127 Eastbound East Horndon

18 Sep 2008 17:40:59

jillmaton

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC LIGHTS AT THE PHEASANT

There is a hold up at these light every night as it is one way traffic you dont seem to be mentioning it

Message refers to: A413 Southbound Chalfont St Giles

18 Sep 2008 16:57:54

CE08LDB

A469 Station Road at Bargoed is closed

The A469 At Station Road at the Northend of Bargoed is closed due to the New Angel Way Road being Built and the old bridge into the town being demolished.

Diversions are in Place. If coming from the North from New Tredeger and above follow the A4049 through to Aberbargoed where by the Duffryn Pub there is a new link Road linking you to Bargoed Town Center. You Can also join the A469 Southbound from here.

If Traveling From Deri when approaching The Bargoed Viaduct turn left for Aberbargoed up the hill.

Diversion Signs are in Place

Completion Date has said to be Spring 2009 but Dates May Change.

Message refers to: A469 Southbound Tirphil: New Tredegar

17 Sep 2008 22:56:40

CE08LDB

Re: A469 Station Road at Bargoed is closed

Forgot To Post Awhile back the New Road Is Now Open

Message refers to: A469 Southbound Tirphil: New Tredegar

21 Jul 2009 21:40:31

quigs

NO CAMERAS

NO CAMERAS ROUND THE VICINTY OF PRESTON FOR 10 MILE RADIUS????????

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J32 M55 Broughton Interchange

13 Sep 2008 15:11:28

Administrator

Re: Tay Road Bridge Restrictions - Southbound, not Northbound.

Thank you for pointing this out - we have looked into this and looks like it's a simple error. This happens very rarely so we are sorry for any inconvenience caused. The error has been flagged up and will be corrected as a matter of urgency. Thanks again.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J32 M55 Broughton Interchange

17 Mar 2008 10:37:00

noojam55

J61 A177 - roadworks only at night.

Its reported as a severe delay but roadworks only affected as folows:

Main carriageway closed both ways at J61 A177, because of bridge maintenance work. Between 20:00 and 6:00 until 6:00 on 26th October

Message refers to: A1 Southbound Durham South

12 Sep 2008 10:15:22

mike1944

Incorrect location

The speed restriction and roadworks on the A47 at New Costessey is the wrong location the correct location is Honingham, nearly 6 miles away to the West. The speed restriction and roadworks due to the roundabout construction at the Mattishall Road junction are scheduled to last until March

Message refers to: A47 Eastbound New Costessey

9 Sep 2008 13:12:56

katrinawoo

Slow moving traffic in this area due to rain

This was reported to me by someone running late for an appointment. Very slow moving traffic in this area. I don't know if it is actually flooding but there was a lot of rain on the eastbound carriageway this morning and it can only have got worse since.

Message refers to: A69 Westbound Heddon-on-the-Wall

6 Sep 2008 14:53:11

DRBeauchamp

useless route finder!

further to my (ignored) complaint that your route finder is determined to send me 20 miles out of my way on my 12 mile trip to work, I have tried to get it to recognise that the best (or is it? - the **** thing won't let me find out!) way to birmingham uni from stafford is straight down the m6. it insists on sending me dowm the m5 even if I ask it to go via the a38m. I'm sure this site is great for some folk - london & home counties????, but for staffordshire, it's ****.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J13 Stafford (South)

3 Sep 2008 21:50:41

denbo1

Traffic control

There are road works with traffic light controls - no indicatio how long works will last

Message refers to: A658 Westbound Shipley Airedale Road: Bradford

3 Sep 2008 17:55:32

Yorkie

Road Closure - Snake Pass

Advance warning signs of the closure of the A57 Snake Pass between Glossop and Ladybower have been posted on the route. Dates are from 8th to 19th September

Message refers to: A57 Westbound Ladybower Reservoir

2 Sep 2008 11:17:16

Administrator

Re: useless route finder!

Hi
Firstly we aim to respond to queries as soon as possible so we are sorry if you feel you were ignored.
The routing engine we use works well for most people, but inevitably some people's routes differ from what the routing engine considers the most direct. To ensure that our members are able to save the route they want, we have put in the option of via points. We find this works well in most cases.
Please email us - mary@keepmoving.co.uk and we'll do our best to assist you.
Best wishes
keepmoving

Message refers to: A57 Westbound Ladybower Reservoir

4 Sep 2008 8:47:10

8wheels

A12 delays 7th September

The VMS signs have A12 delays 7th Septembered to display the message (or something similar)

A12 J17 - J29
Delays
Sunday 7th September

It doesn't say what might be causing the delay, obviously not a 20 mile / 24 hr roadwork marathon. Anyone any ideas? My best guess is an abnormal load but I can't find any info on it.

Ta.

Message refers to: A12 Northbound J17: Howe Green: Chelmsford

1 Sep 2008 22:35:03

thewidowsson

scotland

hi there when do you hope to include scotland ? there are some of us still alive and kicking up here.

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1 Sep 2008 0:14:03

hellskitchens

15 minutes of traffic!

letting you know!

Message refers to: A406 Anticlockwise Clockhouse Junction: Wood Green

31 Aug 2008 20:04:48

Jenn

Average speed

Is anybody else fed up with this '30' average speed limit on the A316 between Sunbury Cross and Apex corner. I know I am. I stick to the 30mph because firstly I know it is for the safety of the men working on the road, but secondly I do not want a fine and possible points on my license.
Is my speedometer not working correctly! as I find a lots of cars, vans and bikes pass me doing a fair speed. Are they not afraid or are the cameras not working? Does anybody know?
I was coming home last night 'Southbound' around 9pm, hardly any traffic on that stretch. Nobody working on the road. I could have done with knowing if I could have travelled faster than '30'.
I would appreciate a reply from anybody with any experience. Or even somebody that has been caught going over the limit.
Thanks
Jenn

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30 Aug 2008 15:27:25

littjr

Local Rate or not?

Can you clarify the pricing on calling the 0845 number? The website says "First call charged at local rate" which means what? First call ever, First call in a day. Also what is the rate after thar 'first' call?

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28 Aug 2008 10:53:35

alan111

Alternative routes

Is it possible to find alternative routes or allow the selection of a town to go via (like national rail)

Message refers to:

27 Aug 2008 10:39:58

Administrator

Re: Local Rate or not?

Hi,
Thank you for your email. All calls to 0845 TRAFFIC are charged at a local rate and full instructions of the pricing is explained in full when you call the number.
Any further questions, please let us know.
Best wishes
keepmoving

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29 Aug 2008 9:17:16

littjr

Re: Local Rate or not?

Thanks. I note that your tag line has changed to "All calls charged at local rate" for 0845 TRAFFIC now its much clearer.

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29 Aug 2008 20:08:59

IanGardner

Alerts

I have set up SMS and e-mail alerts but I am not receiving anything through

Message refers to:

27 Aug 2008 8:11:35

Administrator

Re: Alternative routes

Hi
When you are saving a route there is an option to put in via points.
If you have further queries just email us - mary@keepmoving.co.uk.
Many thanks
keepmoving

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29 Aug 2008 9:19:07

iandolby

Re: Alternative routes

I have set up alterntive routes whichhave the same start and end point by setting via points on your suggested route. However, these both now show the originally suggested route and the changes have not been saved.

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29 Aug 2008 16:50:17

draytonhouse

blackberry

is there a url for access via blackberry
or do you have wap pages?
thanks

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J27 Standish

26 Aug 2008 9:11:47

Administrator

Re: new camera site

Hi,

The CCTV is a great addition to our site, provided courtesy of the Highways Agency, and we hope you find it interesting. Unfortunately there are a number of factors which may result in the cameras being unavailable or switched off. For example, major roadworks may eliminate cameras for a whole stretch, or a serious incident may lead to the cameras being unavailable for a specific location.

Today there have been a higher number of incidents than usual due to the severe weather; so with a higher number of incidents, a higher number of cameras will be unavailable as a result. Whilst many cameras will be available at times, it is beyond our control so the level of availability will fluctuate.

We hope you're able to view more of the cameras when you check back in a few days.

Thank you for your comment.

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J27 Standish

11 Mar 2008 10:29:24

johnt

Re: new camera site

I solved the problem it was with my settings on Zone Alarm.

Johnt

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J27 Standish

14 Mar 2008 10:49:58

carole9908

East India Dock Tunnel closed

The eastbound East India Dock Tunnel has been closed since about 3:45. As result, Aspen Way and surrounding roads are gridlocked at present.

Message refers to: A1261 Eastbound Leamouth

21 Aug 2008 16:44:22

ecp98rjs

petrol prices only directly on the route

It would be good if there was an option to set the site to only show petrol prices only directly on the route. At the moment it shows those that involve leaving the motorway. Ideally you could have a setting that allowed the user to select 'only on route' within 1/4 mile diversion, etc.

Rob

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J37 Barnsley (West)

20 Aug 2008 21:10:41

bilbo

Yuk

Just in case you were unaware, there are bad traffic delays on the 259 especially around the peacehaven/saltdean areas. They are putting up more traffic lights to create even more delays, When !!! will they ever learn ??

Message refers to: A259 Westbound Rottingdean

20 Aug 2008 16:56:37

gataylor

Northern Ireland?

Does the site not work for Northern Ireland users? Or is it just broken for everyone at the minute? I can't add any journeys using Northern Ireland towns or postcodes.

Geoff

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20 Aug 2008 10:47:57

Administrator

Re: Cheap Fuel

Thank you for your comments. As you may have noticed, here at keepmoving, we are continually developing new tools and functionality. We have already thought of sending updates via email regarding the cheapest fuel and we hope to introduce it within the coming months.
Please don't hesitate to keep your ideas coming - just send them to:-
mary@keepmoving.co.uk.
Best wishes
keepmoving

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8 Aug 2008 15:25:41

gaahmad

LPG

How come there are no results for LPG (Autogas)? petrolprices.com has prices for this type of fuel, so it would be good to add LPG onto the search results as well, alongside the other fuels. Otherwise a very good site, keep up the hard work :)

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J40 Wakefield and Dewsbury

20 Aug 2008 9:08:49

ids777

More Results?

Would be good to see more results for a given route - 3 for each fuel type is very limited. Or specify which fuel and ONLY show those prices thus giving giving all 9 returns as the fuel of your choice.

Ta!

Message refers to: A8 Eastbound Corstorphine: Edinburgh

20 Aug 2008 8:51:36

NikkyBaby

How Good Is it

I think I's so good now the kids are on there summer holidays,
i can get up at leats 15 mins late and still be in work by 8.30am.

BUT when the traffic on the A13 comes back in a few short weeks how can we make our journey more fun coz frankly I get sooo bored of smiling at people and no one smiles back at me, im only trying to make my day a bit better lol

So any one have any suggestions??
and if u have seen me on your way into work give me a Beep its funny :D

Thanks

GlanzaBabe
~x~

Message refers to: A13 Westbound Barking London

18 Aug 2008 16:49:05

raymondwilson

M1 closure 24th Aug.

The M1 is to be closed on 24th August between J32 and J35. Can J32 be used to enter and leave the M1 on that date?

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J32 M18 Interchange: Sheffield

18 Aug 2008 16:17:32

Administrator

Re: M4

Hi,
Thank you for your comment - we've looked into this and we are now reporting the below restrictions which are part of a maintenance programme on the Chiswick flyover:-
M4 - Hounslow
Location: Jct 1 to Jct 3
Period: 21-Jul-2008 to 25-Jul-2008
Description: 21.00hrs - 06.00hrs Carriageway closure westbound, due to routine maintenance.

Period: 28-Jul-2008 to 01-Aug-2008
Description: 21.00hrs - 06.00hrs Lane 1 closure eastbound, due to routine maintenance.

Period: 04-Aug-2008 to 08-Aug-2008
Description: 21.00hrs - 06.00hrs Lane 2 closure both carriageways, due to routine maintenance.

Best wishes
Keepmoving

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J32 M18 Interchange: Sheffield

23 Jul 2008 15:32:23

piggylines

Guildford to Putney

Hi,

I may be changing my route to work in from Guildford to Putney.

need to be there by 9.00 am

What's traffic like on a normal day in rush hour and how long will it take me?

Any tips on short cuts or time savers?

Thanks

P

Message refers to: A3 Northbound Guildford (West)

18 Aug 2008 15:47:28

Administrator

Re: what Happened

Hi
In answer to your question the problem on the A8 near to Edinburgh Airport was caused by roadworks. At the height of the problem the queue was from the A8 to the Fife side of the Forth Road bridge, on the M9 to beyond J2 and on the A89 to Broxburn. These congestion points were all incorporated into the main incident.
We hope that solves the mystery for you. Drive carefully!

Message refers to: A3 Northbound Guildford (West)

7 Mar 2008 8:50:27

johnump

Site error

For over 3 weeks I have been trying to login and view my route on this site but it will not allow me to view my pages. I succesfully log in as it shows my details in the top right of the screen but keeps asking me to log in.

I would be grateful if somebody got recitfy this error as I have already sent an error email.

Regards,

Message refers to: A48 Westbound M4 J42: Briton Ferry

16 Aug 2008 10:29:24

Winebuff

Cheap fuel

Sometimes I just want cheap fuel in a location, entering a post code would be most sensible, your google maps find it as well.

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J7 Worcester (South)

15 Aug 2008 13:51:59

vendee

LPG

Please add LPG locations and prices to this very good website to make it EXCELLENT !

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14 Aug 2008 9:20:08

salmons

Why closure of the Elizabeth Bridge?

What chaos at the Dartford Tunnel on Tuesday pm 12 August!! Does anyone know why the bridge was closed, with the result that all southbound traffic was diverted through one of the Tunnel bores?The queue southbound towards the bridge was about 20 miles long and not moving. Hope they all got home in time for a nightcap.
I heard it was an accident but it must have been bad to close the bridge.
Yvonne Salmons

Message refers to: A282 Southbound Queen Elizabeth II Bridge

13 Aug 2008 18:39:11

tadziopies

More appropriate cheap fuel results

Discovered your site for the first time today...

Following on from Jezmck earlier comment it would make a lot of sense to be able to have a field under the vehicle section of the registered user's profile that allows you to specify fuel type - Unleaded, Deisel, Both (if more than one vehicle).

This would then be used to automatically filter the cheapest fuel results that would be of better relevence to the user.

ta
Tad

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11 Aug 2008 14:32:48

daviden8

check fuel prices search

Would it not be easier to be able to enter a postcode or town to find the location as some roads are very long and therefore the result could be many miles away from the location you want the cheapest prices for?

And while I'm at it why must you have to enter a motorway and junction details before being allowed to make a comment. Can we not have a comment type "non-road" related which doesn't force you to enter these details?

David

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J25 Waltham Cross

7 Aug 2008 8:50:23

daviden8

Using a small screen to display this web site

Is there a version of this site designed for use with a browser on a mobile phone?

something like mobile.keepingmoving.co.uk or iPhone.keepingmoving.co.uk

It would need to have a simple design and large text and buttons.

More like a custom portal showing only the detail selected by the user

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J25 Waltham Cross

7 Aug 2008 8:38:52

jezmck

Cheap Fuel

I only use Petrol (no Diesel), it would be useful to be able to limit it to only show me Petrol.

It would be great if we could email alerts for the cheapest on our routes.

Message refers to: M3 Southbound J9 Winchester North

7 Aug 2008 8:05:22

littjr

Calling Traffic Number

Dear Adminstrator,
Is is possible for the traffic reports to be related to my route entered into the web site. The reason for the question is that esp. For the M25 you have to wait sometime for a good couple of mins to get to your junction as it goes around the M25. It seems sensible to give the user an option for reporting traffic on your route rather than just by road?

Thanks

John

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J1B Dartford

3 Aug 2008 15:09:35

nj2810

Downloads to Tomtom

How about working on downloading your petrol price info. As a POI on to Tomtoms etc. - I and I would imagine many others would pay a subscription?

Message refers to: A49 Northbound Wistanstow

31 Jul 2008 16:51:17

Administrator

Re: SMS single alert

Hi
Thank you for your comment. As we send all sms alerts at a cost to ourselves we are unable to justify offering two a day to each customer. We find that the daily emails work well as they are sent whether or not there are any problems on your route. The sms alerts are only sent if there is a problem on your route. We find that most of our members are near a computer before they set off for home in the evening so are able to check their emails and keepmoving, where as in the morning its far more convenient to just receive an sms if there is a problem.

We hope this helps to answer your query. If you have any more questions or feedback, please email mary@keepmoving.co.uk.

Best wishes
Keepmoving

Message refers to: A49 Northbound Wistanstow

23 Jul 2008 15:41:41

Trafficpanda

Men in stupid little cars!!!

The other day we were coming home from lincolnshire and we needed to take the direction of blyth, when all of a sudden a foreign fella came up at the side of me in a stupid little Peugeot and cut me up pushing me into a different lane and because the plonker couldn't decide where the hell he was going we ended up going along some strange carriageway that led us into a small village where we were attacked by a 2-tonne lorry.
Should of had a sat nav.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

30 Jul 2008 18:12:22

Administrator

Re: Cheap fuel

Thank you for your email. The main purpose of the 'fuel checker' is to find the cheapest fuel along a route you already plan to travel - so there is no need to use extra fuel or time trying to find a station that may be a long way from your start location.
If you have any more questions please email mary@keepmoving.co.uk
Mary

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

15 Aug 2008 14:01:57

grackliff

Re: Cheap fuel

Dear Administrator
I don't like stopping to fill up with fuel on my journey if I can avoid it I prefer to keep going. I usually fill up near home so I have enough fuel before I set off.

I do about 40k miles per year so I fill up pretty frequently.

I accept that some people will look for fuel on their journey and are happy to do so but there are also loads of people who want to know where the cheapest fuel is in a particular area.

It would be good to have a choice of road and area.

It seems that lots of people have requested this...so maybe it really is a good idea.
Meantime I'll be disloyal and check on another website.

Everything else is brill thankyou!

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

15 Aug 2008 19:54:07

stphnstevey

Re: Cheap fuel

Wouldn't let me add a comment of my own, so adding to this one

Your obviously trying to compete with the other good website that gives you prices in a specific location. Your idea of finding petrol stations on a route is a very good idea. However

a) It would be good for you to also offer the option of a fixed location search - then we would most probably use just your website and not both!

b) The route search for petrol stations seems limited to a certain distance from your route. It would be good to have the option of how far from your route you would be wiling to travel eg 1mile, 5 miles, 10 miles. Also, the route search has limtations for moterways as although a petrol station will show up as next to a moterway, you might need to go a long distance to the next junction before being able to access that petrol station.

Being able to download to a Sat Nav would be very useful as well as mobile website

Keep up the good work though!

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

19 Aug 2008 22:50:01

Chris

Re: Cheap fuel

Thanks for the comment. It's a request we seem to be getting a lot, so I thought I'd like to detail the thought process that went into the first version of the tool.

Y'see, KeepMoving and the other site attract different kinds of visitors. Visitors to the other site come there solely for the petrol price information. KeepMoving's visitors come for traffic, and the petrol is offered in addition to this. We've integrated it with the existing site features to make it handy and relevant.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

21 Aug 2008 9:26:00

Chris

Re: Cheap fuel

Second reason we did it why we did was that we used *the other site*. I put in my home postcode, and it came back with some obscure little petrol station way out in an industrial park in Old Trafford. It was no use. I wasn't going to go on a little adventure to save a few quid. I wanted to

But now, after about a month of looking at the site traffic, turns out that people are visiting it just for the petrol prices. And some people (like you grackliff) will happily pootle about for the sake of a few quid.

We've just taken on another developer here at KeepMoving. We've got plans, and they're being shaped by your feedback.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Blyth

21 Aug 2008 9:26:40

JennyRichards

How can I look for cheap petrol in an area, rather than on a set route?

Guildford's not a big town and for the sake of saving a few quid on a tank of petrol I'd be happy to alter my route by a few hundred yards but your cheap petrol search only looks on an immediate route.

Is there any way to search an area? (Particularly when the route I try to put in just WON'T go!)

thanks.

Message refers to: A3 Northbound Guildford (West)

29 Jul 2008 15:15:32

robnoreen

routes

When I request a route are your routes the shortest from A to B, or are they the quickest?.

Message refers to: A189 Southbound South of Redheugh Bridge: Gateshead

26 Jul 2008 10:23:17

adamtemp64

Yeovil shows as being inside the M25

As title Yeovil is showing inside the M25 east and west bound if do a search on the A30

Message refers to: A30 Eastbound Yeovil (Central)

25 Jul 2008 13:28:57

DomJ

Re: CCTV service

It's just the start - soon we'll be providing you with CCTV cameras on your routes!

Message refers to: A30 Eastbound Yeovil (Central)

6 Mar 2008 11:22:56

mm0xdb

A96 "Re-Surfacing"

This is not resurfacing. This is a major restructuring including access to new Tesco supermarket and traffic flow changes. One lane of the A96 is closed and although not bad at the moment when the schools go back there will be major delays. Just like when they did the other end of town.

Message refers to: A96 Eastbound Keith (East)

23 Jul 2008 15:06:10

fahed2000

M4 is beeing closed pretty often thesedays between J1 to J4 or J3 hays it happenes alot late evening and throught the night but doesn't show on the s site, incuding today untill not

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22 Jul 2008 3:17:49

Administrator

Re: scotland

Hi there
Thank you for your message. Yes we are hoping to include Scotland in the near future.
Best wishes
keepmoving

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4 Sep 2008 8:48:43

AlexRedon

SMS single alert

I had a problem getting these to work at all, is it correct I can only have one active ? I;deals I'd like a to & from alerts. I understand the texts are free but it is a hard choice to make when most journeys have 2 directions ! Thanks

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J19 M6 and A14 Interchange

16 Jul 2008 8:55:22

Yorkie

Woodhead Pass in both directions

Night time working is causing long delays at times. Resurfacing work between Durnford Bridge and the Woodhead reservoir.

Message refers to: A628 Westbound Woodhead Reservoir

12 Jul 2008 21:57:27

LordNemesis

Re: Hey Keep Moving whats happened with your website

I never found the journey time predictions to be accurate enough to be of value, so I don't miss them! Love the new website though; much quicker and a much more "community" feel - wouldn't like to share my registration number particularly, though!!

Message refers to: A628 Westbound Woodhead Reservoir

19 Dec 2007 16:56:28

JoEB

Re: Hey Keep Moving whats happened with your website

I agree totally. The new website isn't user friendly at all. It doesn't seem to give the same level of information or reports between junctions. I can only get the audio reports to work randomly. I used to rely heavenly on the website for my M40 journey every day but now it doesn't seem that useful at all. It's not at all up to date information!!

Shame as it was such a good site before!

Message refers to: A628 Westbound Woodhead Reservoir

19 Dec 2007 20:10:25

AlexP

Re: Hey Keep Moving whats happened with your website

Hi everybody and thanks for the very useful comments. Generally speaking, we have spent a considerable amount of time addressing the overall usability of the site. One of the common areas of feedback we received about the old site (v2) was that for a first time user, there was too much going on and so the key point of the site wasn't clear. That's why we've gone for a far simpler landing page (which will change over the coming months) and a far more detailed traffic information summary page, which works both for a road and a route. We hope that this presents a clear and detailed summary of the traffic information. The personalised dashboard is supposed to appeal to our established users - there you can set up as many routes as you wish and an indication of traffic problems is provided, as well as the opportunity to load up a detailed traffic summary of those routes. There's 2 things we've removed - a) journey times and b) the eyewitness zone (which displays the audio.) Continued below.

Message refers to: A628 Westbound Woodhead Reservoir

20 Dec 2007 10:40:55

AlexP

Re: Hey Keep Moving whats happened with your website

Part 2: Both of these will be making a comeback in early January. I hope this will address the concerns you have all raised. Comments like these are most helpful and welcome, so please feel free to tell us what you like and dislike and we'll do our best to incorporate your requests. Many thanks again, Alex.

Message refers to: A628 Westbound Woodhead Reservoir

20 Dec 2007 10:49:25

jeremyscooper

Godalming

Why does the A2983 Godalming and finish in Godalming on your route plan? What do you have against Shoreham?

Message refers to: A283 Southbound Shoreham by Sea

11 Jul 2008 10:30:55

stark

Still a problem with your data

Your database is still broken for this road:

The roadworks were reported to us 60 days ago.
As the carriageway is closed, we cannot provide an accurate journey time - avoid the area altogether if possible.

Message refers to: A420 Eastbound Botley Interchange: Oxford

10 Jul 2008 17:42:04

stark

Your system says this road has been closed for months

According to your system the A420 Eastbound -- one of the main roads into Oxford -- has been closed since May 11th. Not very likely and since I've driven on it every day this week I can assure you quite untrue. It seems you received the closure notice 1 minute after the message saying the closure was finished and have had the status wrong ever since...

Message refers to: A420 Eastbound North Hinksey

9 Jul 2008 17:21:23

KeepMovingAnn

Re: Average speed

I got a "notice to prosecute" recently for doing 38mph in this stretch. Don't actually think I was going that fast as a average speed, but it does show the cameras are being used. It's a real pain as I now have to really watch my speed through it every time.

Message refers to: A420 Eastbound North Hinksey

17 Sep 2008 13:24:19

steveduk68

Alerts - routes???

Hi all,

Every location I can think of will not work in the set up a route page. Is this a know problem or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance :)

Steve

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8 Jul 2008 21:56:11

AngusDBB

A466 Closure

I noticed this morning that the A466 is about to close for landslip works at Tintern - but didn't see the dates and times.

Does anyone know?

Thanks.

Message refers to: A466 Southbound Bigsweir Bridge

8 Jul 2008 12:30:43

crbreeden

Berkhamsted to Hounslow/Heston/Heathrow area

Does anyone commute from Berkhamsted to Hounslow/Heston/Heathrow area or just drive that route frequently? If so, could you give an estimate of the drive-time you would consider normal for morning/evening rush-hours? I'm thinking about moving to Berkhamstead and am just wondering what my commute will be like.

Thanks!

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J20 Kings Langley

7 Jul 2008 8:38:06

kimde

Gallows Hill Flyover

Closed til 3rd June was original legend, now closed til July 28th? Anyone know the truth or is it all finger in the wind? Rarely seems to be anyone actually working on this section of road.

Message refers to: A12 Northbound Gallows Corner: Romford

6 Jul 2008 14:24:20

michaelf

What's happening A41 Noth to Bicester?

Coming from Aylesbury this evening (Thurs 3-7-08) trying to get to Bicester Village before 7pm close. Took 45 mins to do 2 miles - gave up - and still nowhere near Bicester. The information on this site says a few mins only delay... Wrong!
Does anyone know if this is usually the case - or was tonight a one-off? I want to shop! (But instead had a 2 hour wasted trip - which probably cost loads in petrol...)

Message refers to: A41 Northbound Bicester

3 Jul 2008 19:54:50

Chris

Re: routes

They're the quickest, according to the speed limit.

We don't take into account historic traffic conditions YET, but we're working on it. You can read more about it here: http://keepmoving-traffic.blogspot.com/2008/05/road-timetable.html

Message refers to: A41 Northbound Bicester

26 Jul 2008 12:14:30

buzzbee

accident

how is this road, now

Message refers to: A27 Westbound Lewes (East)

1 Jul 2008 18:29:42

tates

Love the new traffic cameras

Yours is a much better implementation than the BBC JamCams - they were their first but their script seems to load every camera in the country(taking ages and timing out) rather than letting you select a road. Well done.

As you can never tell what direction the HA have left their camera it is difficult to tell which side of the carriageway has the jam - unless it's sunny when you can do some boy scouts work on direction of shadows and where the sun would be etc..

Message refers to: A3 Northbound Hogs Back: South of Guldford

26 Jun 2008 18:12:44

harrisons

signs

why are the signs left on saying animals debris or people on road all this does is cause a slowing of traffic for no reason,this happens everyday who controls the signs because they cause more slow traffic than some accidents.can you ask them to turn signs off when there is no hazard this would make my daily trip less stressful regards neil.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J18 Holmes Chapel

21 Jun 2008 15:29:07

AshT

Incident on 21 June (Yesterday) between Clevedon and Weston-Super-Mare

Hi there, I'm not sure whether I can ask for witnesses of incidents here.

If you were travelling between Clevedon (J20) to Weston-Super-Mare (J21) yesterday between the hours of 5pm and 5:45 pm, and saw an incident as follows, please contact me at rep@irit.co.uk.

Yesterday between the hours of 5pm and 5:45pm, we (Me, My father, my sister, and father's partner) were harrased by either alcohol or drug using people. 2 Males (1 black 1 white). Then repeatedly tried maneuvering around us dangerously, braking, and one point actually stopping in the middle lane on the motorway, trying to get us to pull over to the hard shoulder, to settle this with physical solutions. My father tried dodging every dangerous attempt to do so, all the way down to the slip road to Weston-Super-Mare (J21). At which point, half way down the slip road they stopped in front of us completely, nearly making a collision and haulting the traffic onto the Weston-Super-Mare turn-off. The black man got out, and Incident

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J21 Weston-super-Mare

21 Jun 2008 11:30:54

JaneD

M1 Roadworks

Hi can someone tell me please the state of roadworks southbound on the M1? Going to an event on Trafalgar Square on 19 July 2008 and wonder if I'll get stuck in roadworks on the way? Anyone know? Kind regards, Jane

Message refers to: M1 Southbound Luton Airport Spur

20 Jun 2008 10:09:48

pbeffa

more roadworks!

Sorry but I was shocked when I saw that there are more roadworks more roadworks!ing on the 23rd of June. Anybody knows for how long and which area will be affected? Also, anybody knows who plans the schedule of these works? First 6-7 months of roadwords, followed by more than a week devoted to "cut the grass" and now more road words again! Couldn't they cut the grass while doing the works, so they don't have to disrupt the traffic twice? Just a bit fed up of traffic jams on the A55.
Thank you
Paloma

Message refers to: A55 Eastbound J16 Penmaenmawr (East)

19 Jun 2008 12:34:20

Chris

Re: More appropriate cheap fuel results

That's a pretty good idea. We hadn't thought of anything like that.

Cheers!

Message refers to: A55 Eastbound J16 Penmaenmawr (East)

11 Aug 2008 15:23:18

Administrator

CCTV

Just to let you all know that we are experiencing some problems with the CCTV. We are currently doing our best to establish the cause of the fault so we can get it fixed asap.
In the mean time we apologise for any inconvenience.
Best wishes
Keepmoving

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5 Jun 2008 16:44:55

sportka

Go Slow

On my way to work shortly, not looking forward to the Go Slow heading for Salford Quays.

I am a biker and whilst I can't see the point in annoying people trying to get to work this morning, at least they are doing something instead of just moaning about it!

Just read on www.SalfordQuays.org that they are planning to take over local radio stations as well!

Goodness me!

Message refers to: M602 Eastbound J3 Salford

5 Jun 2008 8:44:11

willow

traffic query

Hi

I have not done this route yet: traveling from borough to parsons green, going over the vauxhall bridge. I was hoping someone could tell me about the traffic at 7.30 am and then on the way home at about 5.30?

Please tell me, no one is on the roads and they are serenely relaxing to be on!!

Thank you

laura

Message refers to: A3212 Eastbound Vauxhall Bridge (Northside)

4 Jun 2008 20:54:24

lou1

wrong lane

why is it that when you inadvertently find your self in the wrong lane, (which I might add is very easy around the Guildford city ring road system) just as you get into guildford,that nobody lets you in? I head towards the A281 to Worthing a nd it happens every time , I have to literally barge my way thru. How come?

Message refers to: A322 Southbound York Road: Guildford

4 Jun 2008 17:32:42

rogerb162

Road Closed

Do you have any information as to why this road was closed on Tuesday evening north of M42 with traffic diverted onto the M42?

Message refers to: A444 Northbound M42 J11: Appleby Magna

4 Jun 2008 17:02:25

lisad

Fuel protest on M60. June 5th

I have heard 1000+ bikers and lorries are Fuel protest on M60. June 5thing a go slow protest at Birch Sevices on the M62 tomorrow morning at 8.00am. They will head for the M60 and try and cause disruption for a few hours around Manchester.

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound Birch Services

4 Jun 2008 10:50:56

JakiDF

Alerts

Despite getting an 'all clear' alert this morning, my usual hour commute was doubled by really heavy congestion this morning!!!

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J12 Reading West

3 Jun 2008 10:32:18

dand

camera function

super idea to be able to see road situations via static cameras WHEN THEY WORK or when they are not pointing skywards, downwards, or any other position but along the road you want to see!
There are far too many of them not functioning: is is this something that the Highways Agency overseers/police also have to put up with?

My journey today is from Maidstone to Stansted so I need to know exactly the state of play along the M20 Westbound and the dreaded M25 (a/c) and M11 corridor.

Otherwise, this is a really useful tool!

Carman

Message refers to: M20 Westbound J3 Wrotham Heath

2 Jun 2008 10:40:18

punkydawg

Great big dent/groove in the nearside lane

There's a great big groove in the nearside lane where a truck lost a tyre yesterday morning - I was expecting them to have repaired it but it's till there.

It's about 2.5 miles south of J28.

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J28 Cullompton

30 May 2008 11:21:53

purplekascat

0845 TRAFFIC service & Texts

Following on from comments made by vmead on 24/4 and 2/5, I logged my home/work route about a month ago and have received a few texts and several e-mails about my route, however when I tried to use the phone service, I was advised that I had no route or mobile number logged and to visit the web site to set this up!! Is this likely to be resolved soon??

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J11 Reading (South)

16 May 2008 14:31:24

kevconnor

Road down to 1 lane both ways Manchester side of the Junction

I travel the oposite way to this each morning however this morning and on Friday the junction has been busy due to it being reduced down to one lane in each direct, traffic was queuing up the slip road on Junction 20 of the M60 as well as all the way back to Middleton along Manchester New Road, I have not seen it but I antisipate the evening journey would be the same northbound along Rochdale road as well as affecting Victoria Avenue A6109. I would estimate the worst of the delays could be up to 30 mins extra.

Message refers to: A664 Southbound Victoria Avenue: Blackley

6 May 2008 22:26:46

keendartfan

Lane Closure? I don't see no lane closure!

There is no lane closure due to roadworks neither northbound or southbound on the A556 between the M56 and Bucklow Hill.

Where DO you get your information from? And do you bother checking it?

On the other hand the road was completely clear so everybody has avoided this phantom roadworks.

Message refers to: A556 Northbound M56 J8: Rostherne

2 May 2008 9:35:53

Administrator

Re: Alerts - routes???

Hi
Thank you for your message. Yesterday afternoon we were experiencing problems with our routing engine. The faults were beyond our control but have now bee fixed. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Many thanks
Keepmoving

Message refers to: A556 Northbound M56 J8: Rostherne

9 Jul 2008 9:02:09

HelenTherese

Why the delays?

Why is this now queuing back every night from about 4pm?

Have they changed the delay on the lights on the roundabout or is there a diversion creating more traffic volume?

Does anyone know?

Helen

Message refers to: A557 Southbound M56 Junction 12: Runcorn

29 Apr 2008 17:04:30

malihasyeda

whats traffic like on the a2022 from epsom to wallington?

Hi whats the traffic like around 7am- 8am from epsom to wallington along the a2022?

Message refers to: A2022 Eastbound Fir Tree: Nork

29 Apr 2008 11:19:13

deano23285

Roadworks

there is roadworks on this road for a couple of weeks as EDF work on the pwer cables there, 2 sets of temp. Lights are running but traffic flow is not too seriousley delayed

Message refers to: A605 Northbound New Road: Woodston

24 Apr 2008 20:37:39

Administrator

Re: Alerts

Thank you for your message. There could be a number of reasons why you came across this problem today. We will need more details in order to look into it, so please email us direct at mary@keepmoving.co.uk.
We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Best wishes
Keepmoving

Message refers to: A605 Northbound New Road: Woodston

3 Jun 2008 15:31:33

deano23285

Quick Update

just to let people know the works on this road are still not complete and from the looks of it won't be done for a few more weeks at least.

Good news is that the A15 London gateway project is complete and working well as is the A15 paston bypass upgrade.

So just waiting on the Hampton works to be complete

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24 Apr 2008 20:36:25

Administrator

Re: Lane Closure? I don't see no lane closure!

Thank you for your comment. We value feedback very highly indeed.

Moving onto your questions. Keepmoving collects it's journalistic traffic information via a broad range of sources including the Police and Highways Agency control centers; Local authorities; CCTV centers; Jamliners (direct calls from the general public) as well as a range of other sources.

Regarding checking the information: We carry out our own rigorous checking of data from our various sources, however from time to time inaccurate reports can slip through the net.

May we take this opportunity to apologise for any inconvenience this issue caused.

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7 May 2008 12:35:40

vmeads

Do U get txts?

Does everyone else get what they need with the mobile messaging services from KeepMoving?

I received one alert for my route to work shortly after I registered, so I know my mobile phone number and route to/from work are logged OK. But I've not received a txt message since then, nor does it recognise me when I phone 0845-TRAFFIC and ask for info about my route home.

Is it just me, or does this service simply not work?

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Peterborough South

24 Apr 2008 16:59:23

nicwells

New Road

OK How many people never noticed they were driving or riding on the new road on the A2

Message refers to: A2 Westbound Gravesend (West)

24 Apr 2008 9:34:02

Administrator

Re: camera function

Thank you for your message. We're glad you like the CCTV - we now have a new application on facebook called keepmoving jamcams that incorporates this functionality.

The highways agency do kindly allow us to display pictures from their cameras. Therefore the number of cameras turned off at any one time is beyond our control. Cameras are unavailable due to various reasons including roadworks, accidents etc. Having said this we hope you agree that the CCTV adds valuable functionality to keepmoving.

Best wishes
Keepmoving.

Message refers to: A2 Westbound Gravesend (West)

3 Jun 2008 15:41:57

TrafficMan

Juntion 8/9 - Reading (10/11or12)

On Monday evening the M4 had major problems heading into Reading.

I was just going to go: 404 / A4 into town off juntion 8/9 but I followed a courier van (deadline I think) through some country roads and he/she got me to a quite corner of reading within 10min or so from leaving the 404 (not A4)

The rought is quite complex but I am willing to detail the shortcut if anyone is interested.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J8/9 Maidenhead

15 Apr 2008 20:34:01

aviator60

no comments

strangly quiet at keep moving

no comments about lack of kamras

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14 Apr 2008 22:50:05

aviator60

cctv

wheres me kamras

not one cctv image--08.32 13th april 08

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13 Apr 2008 8:33:42

Chris

Re: What have you done to your website ?

Yup, you can't log in on the frontpage itself Jez, you have to click through to the sign in page (there are links at the top and bottom). This was intentional as people were mistaking the login boxes on the previous page as a search tool.

You also have the ability to login automatically if you select the option on the sign in page. Question is Jez, are you choosing not to do this because you're on a shared computer?

Message refers to:

20 Dec 2007 11:13:37

djtombinding

Closure

Roadworks on bridge

Message refers to: A36 Northbound Limpley Stoke

12 Apr 2008 16:39:49

vex

Re: Berkhamsted to Hounslow/Heston/Heathrow area

That is quite a horrid route if you use the M25 at Jn20 at morning Rush Hour.

Personally if I have to do that route at any time in the morning rush hour I go across to Chesham, then Amersham, Beaconsfield and then on to the M40 and M25 that way.

Coming back is always less of a problem.

I actually go down to Jn20 and then Clockwise round the M25 every couple of days and pity those turning right to go Anti Clockwise.

V.

Message refers to: A36 Northbound Limpley Stoke

10 Jul 2008 16:16:15

lipski

Highways Agency

Why do the Highways Agency love closing the M11, I regularly travel in France and have driven past numerous serious accidents but the road remained open. Why can't they do this here?

Message refers to: M11 Southbound J7 Harlow

9 Apr 2008 22:40:34

cheeseburger

What average speed to you base my journey time on?

Hi,

What average motorway and urban speeds to you base my time for my specified journey?

Regards
Ken

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7 Apr 2008 17:18:25

davidec

Is m11 9 to 8 slow because of accident after j8?

Is m11 9 to 8 slow because of accident after j8

Message refers to: M11 Southbound J9 Saffron Walden

5 Apr 2008 15:16:37

Tribesman

Re: Why the delays?

I don't know but I've noticed the same for 3 or 4 months now

Message refers to: M11 Southbound J9 Saffron Walden

27 May 2008 16:42:45

schoey

Re: Why the delays?

They have reduced the speed limit down from 60 to 40 between the railway viaduct at Clifton Road and the A557 around the M56 junction in recent months, so that combined with the traffic lights at peak hours might be contributing to the delays perhaps?

In other news, I notice there are new CCTV cameras mounted on posts just as you enter/exit the A557 near junction 12. They look very omnious.

Message refers to: M11 Southbound J9 Saffron Walden

30 Jun 2008 14:55:29

HelenTherese

Re: Why the delays?

The delays seem to be really variable and unpredictable now. Sometimes you can get down to the roundabout with no problem and sometimes there are huge queues. Have started going round on the other expressway and joining the weston point expressway at last junction. Works out similar times if no queues and is quicker if there are.

I noticed those cameras too. Are they just for traffic control or are they going to start average speed traps?

Message refers to: M11 Southbound J9 Saffron Walden

22 Jul 2008 16:40:24

lumpey

a1 closed

the a1 at jct46 is closed on the 5/4/08 over night what time is it expected to be closed from and is their a route diversion for high sided vehicles hgv

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Wetherby (North)

5 Apr 2008 8:14:51

chrisash32

Email Alerts

Is it possible to have the email alerts for pre-defined routes to only come in on days I select. (a bit like the SMS system?)

eg:
Work to Home (Monday to Thursday - 5pm)
Work to Glasgow (Friday - 5pm)

Just a thought / idea!

Thanks!

Message refers to: M60 Clockwise J1 Stockport (West)

3 Apr 2008 17:20:50

rbhammonuk3

A30 lane blocked now gone!

The lane closed on the a30 at m25 j13 has now reopened. Just to let you guys know!

Message refers to: A30 Eastbound M25 J13: Staines

1 Apr 2008 17:26:52

Administrator

CCTV

Hi

We're currently experiencing issues receiving the CCTV images. We hope to restore the service by tomorrow morning.

Many thanks for your patience.

The KeepMoving Team.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J16 M40 Interchange: Gerrards Cross

1 Apr 2008 16:00:48

Administrator

Re: check fuel prices search

Daviden8
Thank you very much for your comments - we value feedback very highly.
The main purpose of our 'fuel checker' took is to find the cheapest fuel along a route that you are already taking. Therefore to get the best results from it, save your most regular journeys as routes, then go to the 'fuel checker' box and select the route you're interested in.
As for the discussion board - tying your comment to a particular road and junction encourages people to share experiences and tips.
If you have any further queries, please email us - mary@keepmoving.co.uk.
Best wishes
Keepmoving

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J16 M40 Interchange: Gerrards Cross

7 Aug 2008 8:58:13

Gothica

one lane only over bridge

watch out there guys we have just stopped off at lakeside as shopping is more fun than sitting in a one lane journey home. why bridge is down to one lane is a mystery, but hey ho

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31 Mar 2008 17:43:04

imi

live cctv

from small x now we are getting still image where is the live cctv???

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J15 Stoke-on-Trent (South)

27 Mar 2008 11:42:10

aviator60

traffic heavy as usual

apart from the a444 comment

i know you will think I am think but HOW do you dial 0845 traffic I cant work it out
thanks aviator

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26 Mar 2008 19:16:48

andybrit

Ouch

How horrible this morning!

Message refers to: A500 Southbound Etruria: Hanley

26 Mar 2008 13:29:19

Administrator

CCTV this weekend

Hi

We apologise for the lack of cameras over the weekend which was due to a technical issue beyond our control, as opposed to a deliberate attempt to restrict the images.

Whilst we understand that the cameras can be very useful, we still supply live delay and incident data as well as live audio bulletins, all free of charge, which we believe offers a highly reliable source of traffic information.

That said, we'll keep on our toes to prevent any future issues.

Many thanks for your comments.

The KeepMoving Team

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J16 M40 Interchange: Gerrards Cross

25 Mar 2008 15:40:46

Administrator

Re: Do U get txts?

We we only send a text in the event of more serious delays and incidents and so this is why you do not receive them all that often. Members who set up routes for longer, more congested road stretches are therefore more likely to receive texts.

We acknowledge there has been some confusion about this and we'll clarify the rules for transmission on the site soon.

Out of interest, 928 texts have been sent to keepmoving members today alone.

KM admin.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J16 M40 Interchange: Gerrards Cross

24 Apr 2008 17:42:01

vmeads

Re: Do U get txts?

OK, thanks for the clarification about txts.

What about when I dial 0845-TRAFFIC though ... Why does it always say "You do not have a route set up" when I do?

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J16 M40 Interchange: Gerrards Cross

2 May 2008 11:57:00

keendartfan

Useless TMC info

I was traveling southbound to Stoke on Trent on Saturday (22nd) when the A50/A34 to the A500 was jammed up due to the M6 being shut. This was not shown on my TomTom One but as the incident had only just happened I put it down to the time lag between incident. However, as I travelled back 2 hours later the southbound road was slow moving (less than 5mph) between the A500 and Arclid, which is approximately 6 miles. I checked my TomTom and it showed the M6 problem but nothing on the A34/A50. This leads me to the conclusion that TMC is a load of rubbish. Any explanation why this wasn't being included in the traffic updates.

I have no faith in the system whatsoever and now rely on local radio traffic reports.

Message refers to: A50 Southbound Arclid

25 Mar 2008 13:18:09

mikesherriff

weather warning

Heavy snow falling in Carlisle area

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J42 Carlisle South

24 Mar 2008 11:38:48

Roywindyh

Still Censored

Sunday 23rd and still no camera images ? Yesterday the site administrator said the HA
sometimes "switched off" the cameras
Are they still "switched off" or has the site got problems. If they are switched off has anyone
from Keep Moving been able to make contact with the HA and ask WHY and also WHEN the
images will be restored

We have to challenge these superior beings from the Governments quasi enforcers

Grumpy BoB
Bolton

Message refers to: M60 Clockwise J12 M62 Eccles Interchange

23 Mar 2008 10:37:15

DRBeauchamp

I'd love to use this site, but...

my journey to work from Stone in Staffs to Stafford south using the M6 from J14 to j13 doesn't register. I try to specify M6 Southbound from Stafford N to Stafford S, asnd it thinks I want to go via Stoke!!!!
Could you let me know whien you've fixed it?

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J14 Stafford (North)

22 Mar 2008 16:15:32

robertmyhill

road cameras

it says below that the cameras are turned off when bad weather or incidents in usa traffic cameras you watch both what makes it any difference in the uk there are all roads.

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22 Mar 2008 16:00:00

tomcrozierwig

what a useless site

when you select a route and ask for alerts it says select aroute WHAT AWASTE OF TIME.

Message refers to: A1 Southbound Scotch Corner Services

22 Mar 2008 13:10:41

bobup

no cameras

no cameras appear to be working anywhere along m5 south,how does this work

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22 Mar 2008 8:01:39

Administrator

Re: Option 2....

Why the change?

The previous option 2 was only useful to people who had set up a route beforehand - it was a rigid system that didn't allow people to check the traffic for their one-off journeys. It wasn't great for casual callers, or frequent callers who hadn't set up a route.

The new system is proving far more popular than the previous option 2. It's a feature with a far broader appeal.

However, you CAN still use it for your morning and evening commutes. In fact, it's got a little better.

You see, the new option 2 is an intelligent system. If you only ask for your commute to work in the morning, and your commute home in the evening then after a couple of calls the system will have learned your destinations and suggest them automatically.

Message refers to:

5 Mar 2008 9:56:57

gsxr1000steve

Re: Option 2....

OK, thanks. I'll persevere!!

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6 Mar 2008 16:34:05

bigmig

Re: Option 2....

OK I understand the rigidity of the system. But why not still offer it as a menu item? I tried to enter my destination postcode this morning and after 4 attempts, it got it. But then proposed a route 20 miles longer than the most obvious one, and the one that I input to your system. This is massively infuriating! And what's more, I then received a text message telling me there was a problem on my route to work, but I couldn't easily check where the problem was because the system was suggesting a completely different route -duh!

Message refers to:

7 Mar 2008 17:06:51

andyk

Re: Option 2....

Try 64644, its much better as you can still use option2

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10 Mar 2008 19:31:34

soundrabbit

cameras

no cameras appear to be working anywhere. Suspect network problem with trafficlink

Message refers to: A52 Westbound Derby (West)

21 Mar 2008 23:56:51

robertmyhill

road cameras

all th cameras on the m25 are not working at 22 00pm anybody know why

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21 Mar 2008 21:59:23

Administrator

Re: What blockage

Andrew,
Thank you very much for your message. We have looked into this and we have found that TFL are reporting the following problem:-
Westbound direction.
Starting 22-JAN-2008 : 08:07. Ending 06-MAR-2008 : 18:00.
Restriction to the Westbound slip road Master Brewer junction, to facilitate Electricity Transmission works
Please note that the Keepmoving site does tend to report slip road messages as well as those affecting the main carriageway; this may explain why you haven't seen the works as you pass the location.

We hope this clears up the mystery.
Thank you and drive carefully.

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6 Mar 2008 16:08:02

mistychick

No camera's working

Same here, all the camera's on the M6 & M61 are all blacked out

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21 Mar 2008 15:49:37

Administrator

Re: Email Alerts

Hi,
Thank you for your suggestion - we value feedback from our members very highly.
We are continually developing new ideas for the site so we will certainly take this on board and do our best to weave it into our plans for the near future.
Thank you!
The KeepMoving team

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4 Apr 2008 16:02:24

stuey72

re Cameras

When I click on any camera I get the white box outline with the red cross in left hand corner. Apart from two easterly cameras which are reporting camera faults !!!
Has anyone else had this problem and any thoughts on how I can get around it?
Many thanks, excellent website, many many thanks!

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21 Mar 2008 13:58:45

Mary

Re: no comments

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16 Apr 2008 12:45:27

TrafficMan

Congestion Charge

Top tip of the day. On ebay for 5p, I bought information on how to dodge CCLondon. It really works

Message refers to: A4 Eastbound Knightsbridge London

20 Mar 2008 18:00:51

ChimaeraTrev

A322 underpass works at M3 J3: Lightwater

Work is on going here and can cause bad tailbacks on the A322. The traffic light timing is not good which makes things worse. If your lucky you can get down the Lightwater bypass (A322) from Gordons roundabout in 2 mins. The other day it took me 1 hour 15 mins!

Message refers to: A322 Northbound M3 J3: Lightwater

20 Mar 2008 14:25:42

Administrator

Re: CCTV

The cameras are back.

Many thanks for your patience.

Message refers to: A322 Northbound M3 J3: Lightwater

1 Apr 2008 16:49:42

shazzp

Help!

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there have been any delays on the M40/A40 route from RAF Brize Norton to London? My husband set out to do that journey at about 4pm today and he has not yet made it home (he doesn't have a mobile so I can't just call him unfortunately!). I have tried checking for this info on several websites, but I haven't been able to find one which gives past traffic info as well as live updates- or I'm just being stupid and totally missing it!! :)

Thanks in advance for any info you can provide!

Message refers to: M40 Southbound End of Spur to A40

19 Mar 2008 20:40:03

Administrator

Re: Best time to travel between J13 and J6

Hi Andy,
Delays build up on this stretch as early as 6am, peaking around 8am and clearing from around 9am, so if he doesn’t need to be at his destination until 09:30 later is probably best. The journey should take 25 minutes in free-flowing traffic, but it would be worth allowing an extra 20-30 minutes safety factor. So joining the motorway from J13 at around 08:30-08:35 should be okay on most mornings, but of course there are bound to be days when the traffic is worse due to accidents/breakdowns or weather conditions, so do check the various services for the latest update before travelling.
If you have any more questions, please let us! Drive carefully!.

Message refers to: M40 Southbound End of Spur to A40

3 Mar 2008 14:12:00

VikkiM

2 Hours to Newcastle?!

Can anyone explain why it too me two hours to get to work this morning (therefore being very late).

I waited ages to get onto the A19 this morning - tried once at 08.00 - gave up as a bad job went home for a cuppa, the the traffice was still crawling an hour later - no evidence of any probs tho?!

Thanks

Message refers to: A19 Northbound Portack Interchange: Middlesbrough

18 Mar 2008 11:52:47

janeInScotland

A9 Road works at Kincraig

Both north & south there are 30mph restrictions and 2 sets of traffic lights which don't seem to be properly linked. Can add 5 to 15 mins to the journey.

Message refers to: A9 Northbound Kingussie

18 Mar 2008 0:00:40

Administrator

Re: Lane restriction

Hi
Thank you for pointing this out. It seems to have been a mistake which we have now fixed. The actual problem is as below. We apologise for any problems this caused. Drive carefully.
One lane closed and speed restriction of 30 mph due to roadworks on A556 Westbound between A533 and School Lane

Message refers to: A9 Northbound Kingussie

1 Mar 2008 16:01:18

Graeme2812

Tay Road Bridge Restrictions - Southbound, not Northbound.

Your appear to be reporting lane restrictions on the Tay Road Bridge as being Northbound when infact they are actually Southbound and on the bridge it's self and not on approach. There are currently no restrictions on the bridge Northbound.

Message refers to: A92 Southbound Tay Road Bridge

16 Mar 2008 13:33:15

Frustrated

Appalling

Travelled the M6 yesterday (Friday) at lunchtime.....absolutely frustrating at the time it takes to travel what should be an expressway..what a joke. I can't find any website demanding action on the state of our motorway network and we have a government who refuse to invest money on the cover of it being a green issue. Bolderdash, it's an excuse not to spend. We complain about the road tax the Governemtn collects. What about all the other taxes they receive from the motor industry..i.e. VAT and duty on fuel, VAT on vehicle sales and maintenance, corportasion tax on profits frommotor related industries, PAYE and NIC from motor rrelated industry employees. Road tax is minimal in comparison. When are we, the motorists, going to stop just accepting what we are given and Appalling shouting our corner?

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J15 Stoke-on-Trent (South)

15 Mar 2008 8:41:05

Frustrated

What On Earth

The roundabout on the M56, at Halton Expressway roundabout is a mess. Why all the roadworks? Apparently work will be ongoing for 6 months. No accidents before the roadworks but several since. What on earth are they doing, surely not more traffic lights.....|Warrington looks like is has Christmas lights all year, given all the traffic lights.

Message refers to: A56 Northbound Daresbury

15 Mar 2008 8:35:28

Administrator

Re: Fuel

Thank you for your comments. We developed the 'fuel checker' to help our members find fuel on a route they are already travelling. Therefore to utilise the tool, save a journey, then check for the cheapest fuel along that route. We hope to include LPG in the future.
Best wishes
Keepmoving.

Message refers to: A56 Northbound Daresbury

26 Sep 2008 9:02:05

smoke3006

ONE LANE/ONE WAY TRAFFIC

MAJOR ROADWORK DELAYS ON THIS ROAD - BOTH WAYS

Message refers to: A146 Eastbound Norwich Southern Bypass

13 Mar 2008 18:15:54

cheshirecat

Just a collapsed manhole cover! Is that it?

Aaaarrrghh!!! Exactly when did they reduce this road to one lane only?

I was late for work today because NONE of the radio station traffic updates mentioned it. I found this website and signed up today because I am sick to death of finding out about problems when it is TOO LATE to get out of the area.

The problem was only flagged on here just before 9am - that is no use whatsoever to most drivers, I will send my reports in asap!

Here's hoping I will not be late for work ever again (due to roadworks anyway....)

Message refers to: A59 Southbound Northway: Maghull

13 Mar 2008 9:21:48

bigi

sorry should have been more specific I am wondering about
dartford bridge

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12 Mar 2008 19:33:23

bigi

closures

was told that the bridge was closed today and was wondering if will be shut again tomorrow or is it down to the weather

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12 Mar 2008 19:28:33

alanm42

j25 entry slip

is this open during the day please?

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J25 Nottingham and Derby

12 Mar 2008 12:59:57

Lenham

Operation Stack

Can anyone confirm if operation stack is now off, can I get off the M20 at J8?

Message refers to: M20 Eastbound J8 Maidstone (East)

11 Mar 2008 12:58:41

andyk

OPTION 2

Try dialing 64644 as you can still use option2

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10 Mar 2008 19:39:20

Administrator

Re: 0845 TRAFFIC service & Texts

Purplekascat and vmead,
Thank you very much for alerting us to this problem. We will be discussing this as a matter of urgency and will get to work on a solution asap. Importantly we will be keeping you updated on our progress, and hope to have this part of our service back up and running.
Once again please accept our apologies for the frustration and inconvenience this has caused.
Best wishes
Keepmoving

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30 May 2008 11:22:26

johnt

new camera site

In attempting toopen the new camera site I keep getting camera's not available.This is for all the areas of England

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J15 M4 Interchange: Heathrow

10 Mar 2008 16:04:41

Administrator

Re: motorway closure

Hi Elayne,
Sorry to hear you had such a bad experience on the M60.
All we know is that the road was closed by the police whilst they dealt with an incident, but they are being rather tight-lipped as to what the exact nature of the incident was.
Unfortunately that's the best explanation we can give.
Hope that helps!
Greg at KeepMoving

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J15 M4 Interchange: Heathrow

28 Feb 2008 16:46:39

prettyvizsla

Bad weather conditions

Intermittent snow making driving difficult between Carlisle and Newcastle at 06.00 hrs this morning

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10 Mar 2008 7:48:09

lorraineadams

Re: major road works

Just read the warning notice in respect of the roadworks going through waltham cross A121 into Cheshunt, they are going to take 20 weeks to complete the work. So stay away if you can.

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26 Feb 2008 11:02:25

deltablue

A1 JUNCTION/METROCENTRE/GATESHEAD

ANY IMAGES FROM CAMERAS?------

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Whickham: Gateshead

10 Mar 2008 0:43:25

Administrator

Re: Methods of reporting and type of incidents requested?

Hi
Thank you for your suggestions and we do indeed like your quick post idea regarding traffic problems. As a result we will be doing something in the coming weeks so watch this space.

Any traffic information you happen to have would be great, whatever the nature of the problem.
Thank you!

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Whickham: Gateshead

7 Mar 2008 13:33:14

JMBentley

Creating Routes

Hi,

Is it possible to create a route by selecting the roads I wish to use?

Going from Manchester to Chippenham, your system takes me on the M60, M56, A556, M6, M5, M4, and you can only make one change to that route.

My preferred route is M60, M62, M6, M5, A417, A429.

Many thanks

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J21A M62 Interchange: Croft

10 Mar 2008 0:18:33

JMBentley

CCTV Cameras

Hi,

What is the re-fresh rate on the traffic cameras?

Many thanks

Message refers to: M602 Eastbound J3 Salford

9 Mar 2008 23:56:25

Graeme2812

M90 J1 Norbound Sliproad Closed

Hi, the sliproad northbound onto the M90 at J1 (off Admiralty Rd) is closed, so to is the Northbound M90 J2 exit sliproad leading to the A823(M) towards Dunfermline for roadworks.

Theres also lane restrictions (from two to one) appeard on the A85 Riverside Drive eastbound between Riverside Approach and South Marketgate Roundabout in Dundee. The restrictions are actually just before the large Tesco and are due to construction work in the area. Not sure how long they'll be there for.

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9 Mar 2008 15:53:32

Graeme2812

Tay Road Bridge closed to all traffic

Any idea as to why the Tay road bridge is (was) closed to all traffic this morning?

Think it's still closed now.

Message refers to: A92 Northbound Tay Road Bridge

8 Mar 2008 11:53:15

jimmisee

disappearing road?

Iwas travelling up the A1 just before Newark when the road diappeared, I was diverted on to a roundabout (A46/A617) with no signs showing how to get back on to the A1. Does anyone know what happened and is it the same Southbound?

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Balderton

7 Mar 2008 16:41:19

Trousers

Re: Highways Agency

Which day are you refering to ?

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Balderton

12 Apr 2008 16:37:51

stui1981

Re: Highways Agency

I recently paid a visit to the Regional Control Centre for the Highways Agency.

I was amazed by the amount of work that the guys and girls of the Highway Patrol do.

They are a fantastic service!

The reason they close large sections of the motorway at a time is for there safety, the victim/casualties safety, the brave emergency services personnel and mostly YOUR safety.

If you are unfortunate to have an accident, break down or have a flat tyre you can rely on the Highways Agency to keep you safe.

Message refers to: A1 Northbound Balderton

21 Apr 2008 21:12:29

northerdiver

what Happened

Does anyone know What caused the 4-5 mile tail back this morning on the m9 from the newbridge roundabout at about 8:45

Message refers to: M9 Southbound Newbridge Interchange

6 Mar 2008 13:25:07

ChunkyMonkey

CCTV service

Just used the new CCTV section...I'm lovin it!

Message refers to: M60 Clockwise J6 Sale

6 Mar 2008 10:51:01

CaroWallis

Re: CCTV this weekend

Gerrards Cross? Not as much as this lot were! ;)

Message refers to: M60 Clockwise J6 Sale

25 Mar 2008 18:50:11

gsxr1000steve

Option 2....

So why the change to Option 2 on the menu?

It used to be the really useful 'My Route to Work' and now this has dissappeared and has been replaced with a 'Personalise your route' thing which requires me to enter my destination post code....

So I have a PDA - entering this will cause me to crash.

Entering a simple 2 to get my route to work was fantastic - this new option is useless.

Why the change, and can you change it back?

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J8A Oxford Services

4 Mar 2008 16:31:43

AndrewPanda

What blockage

There is a blockage or lane closure on the A40 Westbound at Hillingdon Circus: London.

It has been saying this everyday for 35 days now, and I've never seen it!!!!!!

Message refers to: A40 Westbound Hillingdon Circus: London

3 Mar 2008 17:03:53

andybutler

Best time to travel between J13 and J6

Can anyone tell me the best time to travel between J13 & J6? I'm not sure if earlier or later is better. Ideally I need to arrive at J6 before 0930. Many thanks

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

3 Mar 2008 11:40:10

Graeme2812

Long Term Roadworks (32 Weeks)

Hi,
Haven't noticed on the site yet, but there are long term roadworks that Long Term Roadworks (32 Weeks)ed on 11th Feb and are due to run for 36 weeks on the A90 Kingsway (Eastbound to wards/at the A90 Forfar Road junction) and westbound on the A972 Kingsway East (eastbound to wards the A90 Forfar Road junction) at the Kingway/Forfar road double roundabout. Lane and speed restrictions apply in both directions.

Message refers to: A90 Eastbound Forfar Road: Dundee East

1 Mar 2008 16:58:48

keendartfan

Lane restriction

You are reporting a lane restriction between the A533 turn off and Leftwich (London Road) roundabout that doesn't exist. However, there is a lane restriction 2 miles further towards Chester between Gresty's Waste Picnic Area and the end of the dual carriageway section at Sandiway.

Could you please change the TMC reporting accordingly.

Message refers to: A556 Southbound Leftwich

29 Feb 2008 10:14:35

Graeme2812

Southbound restriction - Tay Road Bridge.

There are restrictions southbound on the Tay Road Bridge (Lane 1) but not on surrounding roads as is reported on Tomtom traffic. There is infact no lane restrictions on South marketgate or in that area at present.

On-ramps to the bridge have been altered (permanantly I believe) to single lane to accomodate the removal of the toll booths.

Message refers to: A92 Southbound Tay Road Bridge

28 Feb 2008 19:54:01

tombeck

M40 accident @ J6 27/02/08

Does anyone know why it took so long for the police to open up the road after the lorry smash, the accient happened at 2am and the accident still wasn't cleared by 6pm, surely it doesn't take 16 hours to investigate and clear the wreckage.

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

28 Feb 2008 15:47:24

Administrator

Re: New M25 user

Here's a bit of advice for you from Keepmoving HQ.

The section of the M25 generally considered to be most prone to queues is the section between the M3 (J10) and the M40 (J16). The less busy sections are those through Essex and Kent. Having said that, there is generally a significant queue towards the Dartford Tunnel at most times during the day, so for journeys from the south side to the north, the western side is generally favoured, particularly since the widening scheme has been completed.

'Rush Hour' on the M25 generally runs from about 06:30 to 10:00 in the morning and 16:00 to 19:30 in the evening Monday to Thursday. Friday mornings are generally not so busy, but Fridays do snarl up pretty much from 13:00 right through till evening.

The only long-term roadworks at the moment are between J25 and J26 in Hertfordshire, scheduled to be complete by the end of this month.

If setting out from Brighton northwards on the M23 do take note of any matrix signs warning of in

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

13 Feb 2008 16:15:47

JohnN

Re: New M25 user

I'd agree with all the admin said about the M25 but what about the roadworks from J2 to J3?

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

21 Feb 2008 17:04:19

littjr

Re: New M25 user

I travel every day from South Woodham to Crawley. You will get approx 20mins at the bridge, the roadworks J2-J3 generally dont cause a problem just the speed limit of 50mph. The biggest issue is J5 it normally backs up towards J4 in a good day 20mins through this junction. A little tip is to stay in the outside lane as you come down to the turn off for the M25 and stay on the A21 and go over the top of the M25 and take the second exit to swing back onto the M25 if the traffic is not bad. If it is I take the first exit and go across country to Crawley takes 40mins rather than 20mins on a clear M25 (So greater than 20mins delay think about getting off the M25). - John

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J6 Watlington

30 Jun 2008 22:25:52

Elayne01

motorway closure

Hi

does anybody know why the motorway is shut, the only info is that there was an incident. Traffic is at a complete standstill and has been for the past hour

Message refers to: M60 Anticlockwise J11 Barton

27 Feb 2008 22:10:20

CaroWallis

So... The earthquake...

... What did it feel like for anyone driving?

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27 Feb 2008 2:54:52

Fairportfan

Future roadworks

Hi there, (excellent site btw)
I know this site is really about what's happening NOW on the roads, but I wondered if you have any information on the upcoming widening of the M25 from the A1 (I think) round to the M40... I went to a "consultation" (ha!) thing a while ago but didn't note when the work was due to begin... I just hope it's AFTER they've finished with the M1 else it really will be mayhem!
Happy motoring
@

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J23 South Mimms

26 Feb 2008 12:35:45

lorraineadams

major road works

verylong delays between A121 Waltham Cross to B176 Cheshunt as road works for the next 12 weeks normal time to get home takes me 15 mins it now takes me about 1 hour.

Message refers to: A121 Northbound Waltham Cross High Street

25 Feb 2008 13:59:53

Graeme2812

Methods of reporting and type of incidents requested?

Hi, just signed up to the site and had a few queries.

Firstly, what methods can be used to report an incident other than the the 0845 number? Should they be posted here, or is there a quickpost/form to fill in? The types of incidents I'm talking about are things like longterm roadworks and road closures etc not congestion issues.

Secondly, what type in information are you looking for? Is it just congestion related reports or is it incidents like roadworks, weather effects, temporary road closures as well as congestion?

Thanks,
Graeme

Message refers to: A92 Northbound Dundee Ring Road

24 Feb 2008 17:18:00

andybstoke

Road widening

There are narow lanes on the M27 East bound between junc. 3 (M271) & junc 4 for M3. They aren't on your map.

Message refers to: M27 Eastbound Rownhams Services

23 Feb 2008 20:02:58

deano23285

town bridge repairs

dont suppose you know when the A15 over peterborough town bridge will be roadwork free??

Message refers to: A15 Northbound Oundle Road: Peterborough

20 Feb 2008 7:45:07

deano23285

Roadworks

When will they be finished on the A1139, its says spring but I think they will be longer

Message refers to: A1139 Northbound Junction 3: Nene Parkway

19 Feb 2008 7:30:59

drutland

Road Closed

A 404 closed both ways at Hazlemere Crossroads due to accident investigation

Message refers to: A404 Northbound Hazlemere

15 Feb 2008 18:08:21

fionajones

End of your tether? - Channel 4 documentary on traffic

Channel 4's documentary series Cutting Edge is making a film about the impact of congestion and traffic jams on our daily lives and is looking for people to take part.

Could this be you? Or somebody you know?

Contact Fiona on 020 7479 4209 or fiona.jones@renegadepictures.co.uk

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J9 Warrington (North)

14 Feb 2008 13:29:03

donut

Re: So... The earthquake...

I wasn't driving, but it set off my car alarm.

If you were out driving, I'd doubt you'd notice it over all the clunking in your rickety old Mini. :P

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J9 Warrington (North)

27 Feb 2008 15:15:40

germaine

Re: So... The earthquake...

I was driving, AND it set my car alarm off.

(not really)

Message refers to: M62 Eastbound J9 Warrington (North)

28 Feb 2008 10:22:24

Lesleycr

What went wrong?

Absolutely everywhere arond this route was closed - why?

Message refers to: A523 Northbound Bosley Reservoir

13 Feb 2008 22:48:57

renskemc

New M25 user

I have a new job that requires me to drive from Brighton around London (in both directions) on the M25. Can anyone tell me which parts of the M25 (and at what times of the day) are notoriously bad?
Thanks!

R

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J7 M23 Interchange: Redhill

13 Feb 2008 13:39:40

Jenn

Slip Road

For the past 2 mornings it has been a nightmare on the approach to Apex Corner. Nobody knows why the slip road has been closed prior to this one. It has been cordened off. I average 2 miles per hour and it has added at least 20 minutes to my journey. I have 2 other people with me, and we are all late for work. Does anybody know why? and most importantly when it will re-open?
We travel between 8am-9am.
Cheers everybody and happy motoring.
Jenn

Message refers to: A316 Northbound Apex Corner: Hanworth

12 Feb 2008 18:10:28

nightrider

diversion for snake pass

anybody know where diverted traffic is sent

Message refers to: A57 Westbound Ladybower Reservoir

12 Feb 2008 8:04:05

cstewart

WHY??

Why is there still no reports of roadworks at Kincraig north and southhbound as there can be delays here and have been for at least a fortnighy now.????

Message refers to: A9 Southbound Aviemore (South)

10 Feb 2008 16:12:14

RayMeads

Roadworks

How much longer is this going on for?

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J12 Reading West

8 Feb 2008 15:55:28

pbeffa

Roadworks on the A55 between Bangor and Conwy

Anybody knows when the current roadwork will finish? Just to have something to hold on while in the traffic jam.
Thanks
pbeffa

Message refers to: A55 Eastbound J16 Penmaenmawr (East)

8 Feb 2008 15:46:46

Administrator

Re: Future roadworks

Hi Fairportfan,
I've been checking with the Highways Agency and you are indeed correct, there are plans afoot to widen the section of the M25 between junctions 16 (M40) and 23 (A1M).
The current situation is that the Secretary of State for Transport has yet to decide whether or not to hold a Public Inquiry into the scheme - if so that will be held this autumn.
Pending the outcome of the Inquiry, work on the scheme would commence in 2009 and be complete by 2012. So, just in time for the Olympics!
Happy Motoring
Greg at KeepMoving

Message refers to: A55 Eastbound J16 Penmaenmawr (East)

27 Feb 2008 10:00:09

keendartfan

Turn onto Manchester Road

There is currently no right turn onto the A559 Manchester Road from the A556 due to roadworks. According to Cheshire County Counci this will last until 25 April. Can the traffic info be updated to show this?

Message refers to: A556 Southbound Lostock Gralam

5 Feb 2008 21:52:54

sylviabond

Is the Snake still closed?

Is the Snake Pass still closed there is varying information on the Internet on the BBCs site it says the road is closed but it has the Go sign next to it which means it's cleared? Also on this site incident now cleared keeps appearing I am very confused. Someone please help!!

Message refers to: A57 Eastbound Glossop

4 Feb 2008 12:46:11

cstewart

road works

I can't believe no reports of road works near Aviemore as there are quite long hold-ups at this location.

Message refers to: A9 Southbound Aviemore (South)

3 Feb 2008 21:49:57

martinu

Why do many accidents and delays between Nottingham and Sheffield?

Is there something about the design of the M1 between Nottingham and Sheffield, or something about the drivers who use this stretch, which means it suffers so badly with accidents, congestion and queues? Several times the traffic came to a complete halt from 70 with very little warning, remained stationary for about 2 minutes and then set off again at full speed with no further hold-up - this seemed to happen at the approach to each junction. There was no sign of any accidents and no mention was made of congestion on the local radio stations.

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J25 Nottingham and Derby

1 Feb 2008 9:39:30

izaanick

What is up with M1 South?!

Can anyone PLEASE tell me what is the MATTER with M1 South, from J11 to J8?! For the past year, it took me at most about an hour to get to J2 from J9, but suddenly the past 2 weeks, I am unable to get on at J9, so I drive to J11. Now its easily a 2 HOUR drive from J11 to J2! As soon as I hit J8, everything is clear! It is infuriating and I have been late for work on 4 days the past 2 weeks. Shameless. Anyone have this prob?!

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

28 Jan 2008 16:53:02

Administrator

Re: WHY??

Good question.

Our big traffic database currently shows Temporary traffic lights and carriageway repairs on A9 both ways near Kincraig.

Both 'temporary traffic lights' and 'carriageway repairs' are currently considered too minor for broadcast, and they're filtered out. This wasn't always the case, temporary traffic lights were previously shown on both the site and the 0845_TRAFFIC phoneline, but drowned out the information about the more serious problems.

We may reintroduce them in the future to just the website, and not 0845 -TRAFFIC.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

11 Feb 2008 10:54:06

cstewart

Re: WHY??

that's allright saying you are going to do this but I thought you were an organisation for giving information on all roads 100% of time.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

12 Feb 2008 22:08:07

Administrator

Re: WHY??

We do give information "100% of time", we have shift workers covering the nights and everything.

What you were asking has nothing to do with time, but rather where we chose to draw the line when judging an incident's severity. We've got so much information it has to be filtered to prevent it becoming meaningless.

Expecting every scrap of information means we'd end up reporting little things like when the lights are red. Thinking about that now, that would be rather cool. And thinking about it more you'll soon be able to do that as we're introducing CCTV footage of the roads. It'll be awesome.

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

13 Feb 2008 9:39:15

cstewart

Re: WHY??

But this is not minor r/wks it is resurfacing on both sides of road (northbound and southbound).

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J11 Luton and Dunstable

13 Feb 2008 23:33:08

adrianj

More route detail please

No one in their right mind uses the A4 Keynsham bypass if they can find an alternative but we don't appear to be able to get information on any of the other nearby major or minor routes that are used.

It couldn't select the A4175 ring road to comment on here, so I wasn't surprised when the B3116 wasn't listed either.

Is it possible to get information on roads other than motorways and major trunk routes? It's the works and incidents on the minor roads that hold me up, not the usual jams on the A4 :-(

Message refers to: A4 Eastbound Hick's Gate: Keynsham

28 Jan 2008 12:47:37

stewartl

Fourth Monday in a row - accidents on M40 South J4-J2

Having had 3 successive 2-3 hour Monday commutes on what should be a 1 hour journey south on the M40 Oxford area to Beaconsfield for Slough, I decided to check the traffic before setting out this morning.

Not one but two accidents causing hold ups this morning: J7 and J3.

Luckily I'm able to work from home occasionally - if this accident spate continues it will be EVERY Monday!

Come on Highways Agency - it's time to be proactive.

Message refers to: M40 Southbound J3 Beaconsfield West

28 Jan 2008 8:12:23

TrafficMan

M4 Entry Slip, J12

The traffic from the A4 / M4 entry is a nightmare at the moment. How much longer is the roadworks going to keep stealing 20min per day from us all?

Message refers to: A4 Westbound M4 J12: Theale

23 Jan 2008 23:07:50

southendmike

Eastwood Road, Rayleigh - Gas Main Repairs

Anyone who used the A1015 - Eastwood Road, Rayleigh - last night (Tuesday 22nd Jan) will have found, as I did, that the queues were from Rayleigh Town Centre to Wyevale Garden Centre (where the Borough Boundary is) - more than two miles! That journey took me more than 40 minutes.

I spoke to the Gas Board (National Grid) today who tell me that this work will be proceeding up Eastwood Road towards Rayleigh in 200 yard stretches UNTIL JUNE THIS YEAR.

I choose to use the Eastwood / Rayleigh Road towards Eastwood, as it avoids the queues on the Arterial before turning off at Progress Road. This appears to be no longer an option.

BE PREPARED FOR SOME EXTENDED JOURNEY TIMES GOING HOME EVERY EVENING FOR THE NEXT 5 MONTHS IF YOU USE EASTWOOD ROAD OR ARTERIAL.

Good luck everyone!!

Message refers to: A127 Eastbound Rayleigh

23 Jan 2008 16:56:19

greeboz

Only Three Lanes and Less Cars will Improve thias road

My god, how much worse can this road get. My office is in Pudsey, my home is in Yeadon (6.1 miles). I Only Three Lanes and Less Cars will Improve thias road work at 9.00am, I leave home at 8.00am. I have to use the A65, no choice, well not strictly true. I could go via Apperley Lane through Apperley Bridge, Greengates, Calverley and up the Ring Road. Add another 20 mins though. This morning, it took 90 minutes. Horsforth roundabout, all three lanes decide to turn right to Pudsey, what is wrong with people!!!!! Its easier to get round hyde park corner in rush hour!! It needs traffic lights Leeds City Council, take heed.

Message refers to: A65 Eastbound Rawdon

22 Jan 2008 11:11:03

onecarefulowner

Handy Cross snarled up again

2nd day in a row Handy Cross v slow moving avoid if you can or be prepared to queue!

Message refers to: A404 Northbound M40: Handy Cross: High Wycombe

22 Jan 2008 8:33:16

donut

Re: Why can't we move lorrys to one lane only!!!!????

What happens when a lorry wants to overtake? Then we've got lorries in two lanes. Then what happens I some are still going faster? Lorries in all three lanes.

I've never noticed it in other countries. How does it work?

Message refers to: A404 Northbound M40: Handy Cross: High Wycombe

10 Jan 2008 9:48:10

cavist

Re: Why can't we move lorrys to one lane only!!!!????

This is implemented in Germany and France on some parts of the motorways where lorries must stay in 3rd(outer) lane and are not allowed to overtake.

Message refers to: A404 Northbound M40: Handy Cross: High Wycombe

14 Jan 2008 16:23:56

martinu

Re: Why can't we move lorrys to one lane only!!!!????

There are several short sections of dual-carriageway where this is being implemented as a "Journey Time Trial". One example is the A42 north-east-bound after leaving the M42 heading for the M1. It works well... Providing you don't get some bozo in a car driving at 50 as he passes the lorries.

I've no problem with lorries overtaking each other on a dual carriageway or on Lane 2 of a motorway. But they *must* do so quickly and return to the left-hand lane as soon as possible. It grossly selfish for one lorry, doing 56 mph, to spend many minutes overtaking another lorry doing 55 mph, thereby blocking all traffic behind. The A34 between M4 J13 and M40 J9 suffers horrendously from lorries running side-by-side with each other for mile after mile.

When I was taught to drive I was told "unless you can go at least 10 mph faster than the vehicle that you want to overtake, then don't even think about doing it".

Message refers to: A404 Northbound M40: Handy Cross: High Wycombe

1 Feb 2008 9:32:05

MikeHiggins

Lorry Overturned

Baynards Green problem getting onto M40. Bettter to get on motorway at Bicester for southbound traffic

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22 Jan 2008 7:06:56

lushchica

missed my flight.

i missed a flight from prestwick airport yesterday..17/01/08 because of a holdup due to an accident on the m8 near junction 8. I need a confirmation that this happened for the insurance company, but can find no record of it on any traffic site. Anyone any ideas? im just so happy to be here in edinburgh instead of in budapest..i cant tell you!

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18 Jan 2008 19:18:45

rogerkiddle

m27 hold up

very heavy traffic every morning 0800 for the last 2 weeks

Message refers to: M27 Westbound J9 Parkgate Interchange: Fareham

16 Jan 2008 12:52:09

sportka

Traffic

I have been stuck in very bad traffic on this route for the last two mornings - with no alerts from this site.

Just wondering how well it actually works?

Message refers to: M60 Clockwise J15 M61 Wardley Interchange

16 Jan 2008 11:01:46

hellsbells

Flooding Alerts

Can anyone give advice about any flooded roads around Worcestershire throughout the day?

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J6 Worcester (North)

15 Jan 2008 7:45:15

Mary

Re: Flooding Alerts

Good morning Hellsbells.
We will be keeping our emergency section updated with all traffic problems caused by the rain updated all day.
The problems affecting Worcestershire right now are:-
A4103 BOTH WAYS - LEIGH SINTON, WORCESTERSHIRE
Surface water on A4103 both ways at B4503 Leigh Sinton Road. Approach with care
A44 WESTBOUND - BROADWAS, WORCESTERSHIRE
Traffic light failure on A44 Westbound between Church Lane and B4197 At Knightwick. Approach with care
These are temporary lights.
B4208 NORTHBOUND - CASTLEMORTON, WORCESTERSHIRE
Just passable due to flooding on B4208 Northbound between A438 and Drugger's End Lane
Water in a big dip in the road
ECKINGTON BRIDGE - ECKINGTON, WORCESTERSHIRE
Eckington Bridge re-opened, earlier flooding in

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J6 Worcester (North)

15 Jan 2008 10:21:21

Mary

Re: Flooding Alerts

continued:-
A44 BOTH WAYS - WORCESTERSHIRE
Flooding on A44 both ways between A4103 at Worcester and A465 at Bromyard. Approach with care
Traffic is down to single file in places.
We hope this helps! If you are travelling in that area the best thing to do is to call 0845 TRAFFIC before you set off. I hope this advice helps!
Take care on the roads!
Thank you!

Message refers to: M5 Northbound J6 Worcester (North)

15 Jan 2008 11:16:47

JaseW

Why so many accidents on the M40!!

Grr - why are there so many accidents suddenly on the M40 these days? Since the summer, it seems there's at least one major accident a week.

Message refers to: M40 Southbound J3 Beaconsfield West

14 Jan 2008 9:25:07

castle

need info?

can anyone tell me if any part of m5 southbound is closed due to flooding? getting info on highways agency site that it is around junc 10 to 11 need to travel but dont wish to get stuck on motorway for 8hrs which happened to me earlier this year any info appreciated thanks.

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J9 Tewkesbury

12 Jan 2008 7:54:05

JaseW

Re: Fourth Monday in a row - accidents on M40 South J4-J2

As we posted earlier - something is definitely happening to make the traffic worse than before - the number of incidents on the M40 has definitely increased since the summer, and worse than previous years. I've been doing this commute for about 8 years and it's never been this bad - in fact, the only time there were this many delays was when they were widening the bottom of the M40 to 4 lanes.

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J9 Tewkesbury

28 Jan 2008 9:04:13

mops1

Re: Fourth Monday in a row - accidents on M40 South J4-J2

As a thought is the heavier traffic due to roadworks on M1 with people trying to avoid M1 and using M40 to get to M25. Although yesterday morning in the thick fog people were still driving like idiots. I was quite close to the accident by jt3 when the traffic was stopped and was very impressed with the highways traffic guys they had the vehicles on the hard shoulder, road swept and traffic flowing within a few minutes. That must have been their 2nd crash of the morning as had driven past them 10mins earlier about 2 miles back with 2 cars that looked like had had a prang. The jt1a works seem to be causing probs also but when finished should make junction better.

Message refers to: M5 Southbound J9 Tewkesbury

29 Jan 2008 16:12:55

olwen

Flooding

There are a number of floods between Llanrwst and Glan Conwy. Care is needed on the road.

Message refers to: A470 Northbound Llanrwst

10 Jan 2008 8:44:29

LittleDuceCoupe

Re: ANY ONE PLEASE

Get yourself a private "black cab" and wizz-up the third lane!

Message refers to: A470 Northbound Llanrwst

6 Jan 2008 10:22:50

LordNemesis

Re: ANY ONE PLEASE

Or you could try performing a James Bond style two-wheeler down the bus lane and claim you're a motorbike. I'm sure a National Express coach will happily overturn for you at Heston to provide the necessary launch ramp...

Message refers to: A470 Northbound Llanrwst

9 Jan 2008 1:28:59

captainplanet

Re: ANY ONE PLEASE

I wish my daily commutes were that exciting. If I got involved in a Blues Brother style car chase before I got into work I'd be that much more fulfilled.

Message refers to: A470 Northbound Llanrwst

9 Jan 2008 9:05:43

olegxp

Why can't we move lorrys to one lane only!!!!????

Works in soo many Countries...

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise Clacket Lane Services

9 Jan 2008 17:05:24

jamesworth

Break downs in the roadworks area.

Why so many breakdowns in this area on top of the accidents which happen near enough daily? Will be so damn happy when they have finished widening this stretch !!!!!

Message refers to: M1 Southbound J9 Harpenden

8 Jan 2008 22:51:22

johnwookiee

Aztec west

Slow moving traffic coming from aztec west to get on m5 going to be long delays

Message refers to: A38 Northbound Stokes Croft: Bristol

8 Jan 2008 17:16:23

stuswarb

Accident

Accident blocking 2 lanes at end of slip round at A483 junction

Message refers to: A55 Westbound Chester (South)

7 Jan 2008 17:08:46

Gilly

ANY ONE PLEASE

Any suggestions on short cuts via M4

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound Heston Services

4 Jan 2008 17:11:11

AlexP

Re: Happy Christmas KeepMoving Staff

Thanks Trafficman (or should I say 'Reading Pete'!?)

Glad you enjoyed the touch - everyone in the office is green with envy. By the way, as you've updated your profile that means you're also in the draw for the iphone on Jan 31st.

Safe motoring - We look forward to more of your great eyewitness reports!

p.s. If anyone else fancies winning an ipod touch, call 0845 TRAFFIC and leave a really useful eyewitness report. We're giving one away every week for the best report...

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound Heston Services

22 Dec 2007 10:57:01

morrisman

Routes

I have just joined as this looks really good but on setting up my first route Portsmouth - Aylesbury it correctly selects M27, M3, M25, M40 etc and tells me the roads are all clear despite the M3 being blocked northbound for the last 4 hours? Am I doing something wrong?

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J4A Farnborough

4 Jan 2008 9:37:13

LittleDuceCoupe

Radio Updates take ages!

Just heading South on M3 at 0600 and amazed to see on the oposite carrigeway between J4A and J5 loads of "blues", a car sideways-on, in the middle lane and, already a stationary line of traffic streaching back west to J5. I was listening-out for traffic updates on the radio and the first reports of the M3 being closed only came-on at 0615! I am just glad I was going the other way! Just interested to know if anyone out there had an earlier warning via TMC or Trafficmaster and was then able to avoid the holdup??????

Message refers to: M3 Southbound J4A Farnborough

4 Jan 2008 7:31:55

Flowgo

Head-On Collision

Who was going the wrong way? This Eurochange Junction gives me the heebie-jeebies every time I drive past it, Drivers joinng the Main road here seem to assume that the 'Give way' is for those who are already on the main carriageway! Why is this? I've seen and experienced so many near msses here.

Message refers to: A8 Eastbound M8 J6 Chapelhall Interchange

2 Jan 2008 11:35:43

emtee

help!

anyone know of any garages open for petrol? thinking of setting off soon from somerset to surrey but I'm worried about my lack of petrol! I can prob make it to near stonehenge I know there are garages on route but unsure - anyone please help!

Message refers to: A358 Northbound Kingston Road: Taunton

31 Dec 2007 23:47:48

rooster

No Traffic

If only it was like this everyday

Message refers to: A40 Westbound Headington Roundabout: Oxford Ring Road

31 Dec 2007 8:34:05

marco

New Year

May I wish to you all a Happy New Year, Drive Safe,

Message refers to:

29 Dec 2007 6:52:49

Administrator

Re: M69 Accident this morning reported on wrong direction

Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention, and we do apologise for not replying sooner - we've been digging in our databases to track the problem down.
We're very sorry that our service wasn't up to its usual high standard on this occasion and that you ended up stuck in traffic. It seems to be a specific problem with the way this incident was being reported on this particular stretch of road.
Now that we've identified the issue we've passed it on to our technical team to investigate further and come up with a fix for the bug.
We hope the rest of your Christmas motoring is relatively trouble free and thanks once again for your feedback.

Message refers to:

19 Dec 2007 15:11:28

TrafficMan

M4 Bus lane (black cab lane)

All black cabs joining at juntion 3, fly from the slip road to lane 3 without correctly judging the speed of cars in lanes 1 and 2.
Because they are so eager to get into there own little red lane, they just fly across (busy or quite).
Just last week alone, on two occations, black cabs have joined lane 3 at slow speed when lanes 1 and 2 were clear.
Does anyone else have this problem?

Pete

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J3 Harrow and Hayes

26 Dec 2007 0:27:38

joff

Re: M4 Entry Slip, J12

The question you should be asking is:

- where are all the workmen?

(I've seen somebody there, once - in about six months)

Best,
Joff.

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J3 Harrow and Hayes

30 Jan 2008 10:38:41

joff

Re: M4 Entry Slip, J12

Oh, and the roadworks are finishing 'sometime in Feb 2008'. Not long to go now.

You've got to feel sorry who has to use the stretch from J5-7 - their roadworks will last 'til Jan 2009.

Message refers to: M4 Eastbound J3 Harrow and Hayes

5 Feb 2008 22:19:44

Jonnebob

heavy congertion

just to let you know, there is heavy congestion at this location. Traffic is moving but well below 'full speed'!

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J19 Knutsford

23 Dec 2007 16:04:57

samsandercock

Re: The worst road

The start date for work on the chosen route for the A14 widening/re-routing project from Ellington to Fen Ditton has been delayed until late 2010 at the earliest, with an anticipated completion date of 2015

http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/cn_news_cambridge/displayarticle.asp?id=242054
http://www.highways.gov.uk/roads/projects/4211.aspx

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J19 Knutsford

18 Dec 2007 16:59:31

dakers

Re: The worst road

A mere 8 years to wait then?! Terrific!

Message refers to: M6 Northbound J19 Knutsford

21 Dec 2007 14:09:26

bucksboy

Seven vehicle accident

Traffic is now moving on the M40 northbound past a seven-vehicle accident under a bridge near the junction for High Wycombe (Jct 4). Two lanes were still closed a few minutes ago and traffic that had built up from Jct 3 was moving at a snail's pace.

Message refers to: M40 Northbound J4 High Wycombe

22 Dec 2007 22:46:31

TrafficMan

Happy Christmas KeepMoving Staff

I think this service is great. Even more so since I won the IPod Touch. Thank you KeepMoving.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J8/9 Maidenhead

21 Dec 2007 23:59:27

Chris

Re: website feedback

Oops, there's an extra 'd' in there.

Should be, "Click an email or SMS icon to activate alerts for that route:"

We'll go change it.

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J8/9 Maidenhead

21 Dec 2007 17:46:59

DomJ

Ikea

This is the junction for Ikea - I always stop here on my way down south for lunch. The kids really love it and its good value for money too.

Message refers to: M6 Southbound J9 Wednesbury

21 Dec 2007 17:15:12

aidfew

website feedback

The following text appears in the alerts section but I think a few words are missing as it doesn't make sense:

Click and email or SMS icon to activate alerts for that route:

Many thanks and merry christmas

Message refers to:

21 Dec 2007 16:04:00

scotty12

A32M Closed in Bracknell

The A329M is closed in both direction from Doncastle Road in Bracknell to M4 Junction 10 due to an accident.

Message refers to: A329M Eastbound Bracknell

20 Dec 2007 17:09:19

chapmab2

Re: A multi vehicle accident caused mayhem here this morning. How long were you delayed for?

There were more than a couple of cars invovled here this morning. It appears there were two accidents in the fast lane. One the northern side of the junction involving two cars, one of which blocked the carriageway, the other the southern side just before where the M27 Eastbound slip joins - there were about six cars involved in that one & all blocked the lane. Only looked like minor stuff.

Why can't people just slow down, leave more space (& hence stop time) and pay more attention instead of trying to bully their way to their destinations. Overall we'd all get there far quicker!!!

Message refers to: A329M Eastbound Bracknell

10 Jan 2008 18:02:16

mikeeyboy

Hard Shoulder

Does anybody know if there are plans to use the hard shoulder of the M25 in rush hour like they do on the M42! I am sure it would speed up my journey to work!!

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J7 M23 Interchange: Redhill

20 Dec 2007 16:25:13

Administrator

Like it, love it, hate it?

We've had some great feedback about the new site, both positive and negative. What do you think? We're going to be adding a whole range of great tools in January so now's your chance to get involved. If you'd prefer, you can email us at info@keepmoving.co.uk. Best wishes, Merry Christmas and a safe journey to you all from the KeepMoving team.

Message refers to: M25 Clockwise J14 Heathrow Terminal 4

20 Dec 2007 10:47:58

dano27

Hey Keep Moving whats happened with your website

Hi Guy's I have to agree with jezrichens , I though that upgrades to websites were supposed to improve the users experience. You just seem to have made it harder to use. I can not find what my total journey time is which to me is a big problem. If you are going to improve things make sure you have the same functionality available.

Message refers to: M25 Anticlockwise J21 M1: Chiswell Interchange

19 Dec 2007 16:42:21

jezrichens

What have you done to your website ?

Hey Keep moving....

I really liked the 'old' web site that gave you a specific journey time.

With the new site.
1) I cannot log in on the front page.
2) I cannot see my commute time as a whole.
3) I cannot see on one page what the delay is at any point in the journey.

Other than that it looks nice!

Message refers to: M3 Southbound J2 Thorpe Interchange

19 Dec 2007 16:30:33

LordChumley

No dratting markings!

This road endlessly frustrates me. It's an incredibly wide road but the complete lack of markings mean I am always puzzling if it's meant to be two lanes. The frequency of traffic lights and the heavy traffic make it impossible to judge which side I should be on, and as such I'm always stuck behind a queue of people wanting to turn.

Things could be so much clearer with a few white lines and some nice friendly arrows showing you which way the traffic's should turn at the lights.

Message refers to: A6 Northbound Rusholme: Manchester

19 Dec 2007 11:03:40

paulabrahamson

M69 Accident this morning reported on wrong direction

The M69 accident at J1 Hinckley South was reported as being on the M69 Southbound, but it was actually on the M69 Northbound with two lanes closed. I had called the traffic info line about 5 min before hitting the queue to check on the route and on hearing that the accident was on Southbound, I didn't worry about it. If it was correctly reported I could've avoided the long queue all the way back to the M6 junction.

Oh well ... It was a leisurely crawl into work this morning ... Happy days, Christmas is coming!

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

17 Dec 2007 12:04:48

Dara007

Re: Why so many accidents on the M40!!

I think it's due to the influx of foreign drivers and lack of Police patrols, but I do certainly agree - a huge increase in accidents....

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

14 Jan 2008 9:51:37

Chris

Re: Why so many accidents on the M40!!

Interesting that you mention that. KeepMoving did a lot of research on the M40 last year for the Bedfordshire papers. We went through our historic traffic databases and discovered there wasn't an unusually high number of incidents, but there was a lot of congestion. We concluded that the M40 was frequently clogged, and people always attribute it to accidents rather just the weight of traffic.

It'd be cool to show you the article, but something the unsensational as "M40 NOT REALLY AN ACCIDENT BLACKSPOT" never made it into the papers.

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

15 Jan 2008 11:30:56

mops1

Re: Why so many accidents on the M40!!

I think the M40 is no worse then most - no worse then the M5 or 6 I would guess for accidents at peak times. I would say most happen due to driver error simple as that everyone is in a rush to get to work. Also the lack of signs on the M40 also add to the jams as no prior warning for most incidents.

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

15 Jan 2008 13:03:45

JaseW

Re: Why so many accidents on the M40!!

Thanks for the response, and you're right that story wouldn't be very interesting for most people ;-) I don't know how easily you can do this sort of research, but it would be interesting to see if the number of incidents has increased since, say, June 2007. Historically, I'm sure the M40 is no different to anywhere else, but it does seem like there is something major every week now - eg an overturned lorry today.

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

21 Jan 2008 11:08:12

stewartl

Re: Why so many accidents on the M40!!

I agree - more accidents / incidents on the M40 of late. This month (Jan 08) there's been one major one every Monday. My Kidlington to Slough commute has been 2.5 - 3 hours every Monday so far this year.

Also I note a perceptible increase in traffic volume on the road. Coming home used to be fairly busy J2-5 then clear up to J9. Now it's busy to about J8 and then starting to queue again after J9 A34 up (especially on a Friday) - luckily I get off here!

If there are no more accidents/incidents than usual is it the "Traffic Wombles" as Clarkson calls them. They do seem to make more of an issue of incidents than the police used to - ie more vehicles with flashing lights blocking additional lanes.

Message refers to: M69 Northbound J1 Hinckley South

21 Jan 2008 13:56:48

esl

Will they EVER sort this traffic out...

Absolute nightmare bit of road, rush "hours" seems to last all flippin day, most days. Just as bad eastbound as well come 3:00pm. Just join the queues and take the chill pills

Message refers to: M4 Westbound J28 Newport (West)

14 Dec 2007 18:07:40

alanr

The worst road

I just hate the A14 between Huntingdon and the M11, both ways in the rush hour -- it needs to be widened NOW

Message refers to: A14 Eastbound J23 Spittals Interchange: Huntingdon

14 Dec 2007 16:31:25

AlexP

A556 bypass

I see that all the residents up the A556 have put up signs about the proposed bypass. The problem is that they are too small to read and it makes it look as though all the houses are for sale. If there are any A556 residents watching - send us a link to your website! Anything which improves that stretch of road has to be a good thing...

Message refers to: A556 Northbound Mere Crossroads

14 Dec 2007 15:49:11

angelbites

Join the queue!

I wish people would stop trying to cut into the M8 queue from the Clydeside Expressway at the Join the queue! of the queue! Most of us join it at the end and wait our turn. At most it takes 5 minutes to get on to the M8. I know I sound like a big moan, but really, please be patient or leave earlier.

Message refers to: A814 Southbound M8 Anderston Cross

14 Dec 2007 15:10:44

Administrator

An incident within the roadworks here caused further delays, were you there?

Did you see what happened? how long were you delayed for? Did you find our studio reports helpful from 64644 (2222)?

Message refers to: M1 Northbound J8 Hemel Hempstead

13 Dec 2007 13:39:45

Administrator

Our reports tell us that a couple of cars were involved in this incident. Did you see what happened?

Message refers to: M3 Northbound J13 Eastleigh (South)

13 Dec 2007 13:32:01