Blackpool has been awarded over £230,000 for technology to help drivers get around town easier.



An app which notifies motorists of congestion and free parking spaces is to be rolled out across 19 councils, who will each receive a share of £4 million Government technology funding.

Roads Minister Andrew Jones, said:

“I congratulate today’s winners for coming up with cutting-edge, innovative ideas that will transform journeys for passengers and motorists across the country. Technology is rapidly evolving and this important work shows that if we get it right, it can cut congestion, speed up journeys, clean up the environment, and improve accessibility.”

The full list of competition winners are as follows: