Highways England could be taken to court for corporate manslaughter following the death of a grandmother on a smart motorway. Increased traffic meant a 'stark choice' between a road-widening programme or converting roads to smart motorways at a 'low cost'. Edmund King, AA president, said it was 'a significant moment for smart motorways and highlights many failings'. It is estimated that nearly 40 motorists have been killed on smart roads in five years. Following crisis talks with Mr Shapps, Highways England has pledged to accelerate the rollout of technology to detect marooned vehicles.

Source: Daily Mail February 11, 2021 22:14 UTC