Highways plans and policies

Strategies, policies and plans that explain how we manage and develop Cumberland's highways, transport network and related infrastructure.

These documents set out our approach to managing highways, transport services and infrastructure across Cumberland.

Highways Asset Management Strategy 2026 to 2028

The Highway Asset Management Strategy supports the Council Plan and sets out the standards and levels of service we aim to provide for highway infrastructure assets.

Cumberland Electric Vehicle Strategy 2024 to 2026

This strategy sets out our approach to supporting electric vehicle use across Cumberland through charging infrastructure, partnerships, public engagement and integration with renewable energy.

Winter Service Policy 2023 to 2028

We manage more than 3,600 kilometres of highways across Cumberland. This policy explains how we help keep road safe and accessible during winter weather, including icy and snowy conditions.

Bus Service Improvement Plan 2024

The Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) sets out proposals to improve bus services across Cumberland. It covers service improvements, infrastructure and ticketing to help make bus travel more accessible and attractive.

Bus Service Improvement Plan 2024 

Department for Transport transparency report

To receive the full allocation of Local Highways Maintenance Funding for 2025 to 2026, highway authorities must complete a transparency report that demonstrates compliance with government requirements and best practice.

Highways Infrastructure Asset Management Plan

The Highways Infrastructure Asset Management Plan explains how we manage and maintain the highway network. It supports the Highway Asset Management Strategy and sets out how highway work is planned, prioritised and delivered.

Street Lighting Policy 2024 to 2027

This policy sets out how we manage, maintain and develop street lighting across the highway network. It supports road safety, community wellbeing, environmental objectives and the council's climate commitments.

Highways Condition and Safety Inspection Procedure

We have a legal duty under the Highways Act 1980 to maintain a safe highway network. This procedure explains how highway inspections are carried out, how defects are identified and prioritised, and how repairs are managed to help keep road users safe.