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There is no doubt that this has been the biggest year of change for our towns and cities in decades - change which has undoubtedly created disruption across the highways industry and beyond.

Tarmac will be supporting the planting of another 1,800 trees in the Yorkshire Dales this year thanks to their ‘People and the Planet’ initiative.

17th April marks Bat Appreciation Day – a day to celebrate bats whilst also highlighting the importance these furry, flying mammals have in today’s world.

A community group in Wirksworth, Derbyshire is celebrating after receiving a grant from the Tarmac Landfill Communities Fund.

Tarmac has committed to a 25-year partnership with the Port of Tilbury, London’s fastest-growing port, to build the UK’s largest construction materials aggregates terminal.

Tarmac and JCB have successfully trialled a brand-new revolutionary pothole fixing machine – in partnership with Rutland County Council.

A new type of material that acts like an anti-ageing cream for roads could prevent the need for roadworks and reduce the environmental impact.

Tarmac has become the first company in the UK to secure recognised industry approval for its innovative rubber modified asphalt incorporating recycled end of life car tyres for use on the strategic road network.

A donation from the Tarmac Landfill Community Fund has the villagers of Parwich, Derbyshire, counting down the days until the re-opening of the Royal British Legion, now that it’s been given a new lease of life thanks to the grant.

Tarmac Kier joint venture (JV) has been awarded a new highways maintenance and improvements contract with the London Borough of Barnet. The new contract, valued at approximately £25m, will run from April 2021 for two and half years until September 2023.