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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

What can the world learn from Wales' 20mph transformation? PJA Chairman Phil Jones explores the introduction of Wales' national default 20mph speed limit and the lessons it offers for creating safer, more people-focused streets. Read the article: pja.co.uk/2026/08/06/d...

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Rethinking safer streets: Lessons from Wales’ 20mph transformation - PJA

How do we create streets that are safer, healthier and more people-focused? Speed is one of the most influential factors. The relationship between speed and…

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Members of the PJA team recently took part in inclusive cycling training with Wheels for Wellbeing, exploring the barriers disabled people face when travelling by cycle and how better design can help remove them. Read our key insights from the session: pja.co.uk/2026/08/04/w...

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Why inclusive travel starts with inclusive design: Insights from Wheels for Wellbeing training - PJA

Creating places that work for everyone begins with understanding the different ways people travel. Recently, members of PJA took part in training delivered by the charity Wheels for Wellbeing, explori...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

ATE's new Rural Design Guide for Active Travel published! This has been a fantastic project to be involved in, collaborating with a wider team of specialists to help shape guidance that will support the delivery of high-quality active travel infrastructure in rural settings. More on us: pja.co.uk

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

…and they would ride 100 miles! 🚴 On 19 June, PJA's Phil Jones, Nigel Millington and Chris Sibthorpe will cycle 100 miles from Wolverhampton to Aberdovey to raise funds for LandAid. Support the team: www.justgiving.com/page/pja-abe... #AberdoveyBikeRide #LandAid

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

In the built environment, it’s easy to focus on big, visible carbon-saving changes. But often the biggest impact comes from the smallest decisions. Our latest #EarthDay2026 thought piece explores why reducing carbon is about more than bold pledges or new tech: pja.co.uk/2026/04/22/t...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We’ve been shortlisted for the CIHT 'Creating Better Places Award' for our work on The Strand, Harbour Public Realm in Torquay. This project has been all about transforming a traffic-dominated waterfront into a vibrant, people-focused destination. More: pja.co.uk/2026/03/24/p...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Thanks to our team in the UK, and anybody else working outside braving the elements today to keep projects going. Here’s hoping brighter weather isn’t too far away! Find out more about us: pja.co.uk #PJA #TeamPJA #Transport #Engineering #Environment #StormChandra #UKWeather

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Darts champions! Last week the PJA team took part in the inaugural Coreus Darts Championship 2025, hosted across Bristol, London, and Birmingham in support of The Coreus Foundation And with a huge score of 298, we were crowned national champions! Well done, Team PJA!

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

PJA expands South West presence with strategic acquisition of Key Transport Consultants Ltd (KTC). KTC has delivered trusted advice for over 20 years and has helped shape some of Bristol’s most recognisable developments. Find out more: pja.co.uk/2025/11/18/p...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Inspiring the next generation... Great to see some of the PJA team at the Waseley Hills High School Careers Fair recently, highlighting the varied and exciting careers available across Transport, Environment, Engineering and Placemaking More on us: pja.co.uk #STEM #Careers

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Engineering isn’t just about structures - it’s about stories. This National Engineering Day, we’re spotlighting Lucy Keegans-Wood. Read how Lucy is helping shape the future of engineering — and inspiring the next generation to do the same: pja.co.uk/2025/11/05/r...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

One week until the CIHT Yorkshire & the Humber Child Friendly Streets and Places Conference, delivered with Child Friendly Leeds! PJA Technical Director Annabel Keegan will be presenting her thoughts on designing better streets for children, and therefore everyone www.ciht.org.uk/event/street...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

“Victorian drainage systems were never built to withstand today’s climate,” says water expert Phoebe Ryding on Bradford’s beloved 150-year-old Horton Park. The park is a cherished outdoor space, but its original drainage is now struggling. #Bradford #HortonPark #ClimateResilience #Heritage

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

What a transformation! It’s so great to see the stunning refit of our recently acquired space in our Birmingham office, expertly delivered by Accolade. A fantastic step forward for both our people and our client experience. More about us: pja.co.uk

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

George Richards, Graduate Geo-Environmental Engineer in our Bristol office, takes his passion for sport beyond the office, earning a spot in the starting lineup of his favourite team. Curious which sport it is? Discover that and more in this month’s PJA People: pja.co.uk/2025/06/03/p... #TeamPJA

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

See you today at UKREiiF! If you’d like to arrange a catch up to talk through how we can add value to your built environment project, drop one of our team a line. mark.nettleton@pja.co.uk | jerry.muscroft@pja.co.uk | chris.sibthorpe@pja.co.uk | richard.ellam@pja.co.uk #UKREiiF #PJA

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Phil Jones judges children’s bike bay competition! Later today, as part of the Global Bike Bus Summit 2025 hosted by Bike Worcester, the winner and 18 commended designers will receive their prizes at Arch 27. The designs were judged by PJA chairman Phil Jones, alongside Worcester Bosch & others.

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Exciting news – our ‘Biodiversity Net Gain and Reptiles’ project is a finalist for the 2025 CIEEM Best Practice Award – Innovation! The tool maps reptile suitability across 150 UK habitat types, helping ecologists and planners better protect native species through BNG assessments.

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Would you like Smiley Faces with that...? We loved seeing so many of our team coming together in Birmingham for CPD training last week We wrapped up the day with a trip to a local diner that served enough childhood favourites to take us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane More on us: pja.co.uk

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

A huge congratulations to our Associate Director Greg Dobbins for taking part in LandAid’s SleepOut! Greg faced the cold conditions last night to support @landaid.org And there is still time to donate towards Greg’s accomplishment: ow.ly/feBY50V8eQ2 Well done, Greg! #LandAid #LandAidSleepOut

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Days are getting longer again... it must be February! We’re meeting Nicole King, a Senior Nature Adviser in our newly established environmental service area. Discover how her ecological endeavours caught the eye of former F1 drivers, and more, in this month’s PJA People: pja.co.uk/2025/02/04/p...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

12 new promotions! With twelve new promotions, including 5 new Technical Directors, PJA has already made a great start to the year. Congratulations to all our team members who we are proud to see deservedly progress within their fields – well done! Find out more: ow.ly/73Fs50UOxmU #TeamPJA

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

We are CIEEM Registered! As a registered practice, PJA is now officially accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management @cieem.bsky.social for adhering to high standards of professional practice, ethics, and quality in our work. More on us: pja.co.uk #PJA #CIEEM

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

HOT OFF THE PRESS: PJA are introducing a new environmental service area, led by industry expert Shirel Stedman, to complement our transport, engineering and placemaking services. More: pja.co.uk/2025/01/21/s...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Feeling blue this Monday? Let’s flip the script! Celebrating 10 years of PJA in Bristol, shaping sustainable, people-focused spaces. In 2025, we’re growing our team even more! Passionate about creating great places? Get in touch or visit pja.co.uk #PJA #Jobs #JoinOurTeam #Bristol #BristolJobs

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

So exciting to see Brabazon launched by the Malaysian PM yesterday. It coincided with a new trade deal, enabling closer working between YTL in the UK and Malaysia. PJA have provided transport & placemaking advice to YTL Developments at Brabazon since 2017. More: pja.co.uk/project/brab...

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Congratulations to Chasetown Falcons U10s on another great cup run after their previous trophy win! PJA is proud to sponsor this junior team and it’s great to see our logo on the shirts of these talented young players. Go for it, team! More on us: pja.co.uk #PJA #HednesfordTown

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

How can we build a transport system that's healthier, greener, and more inclusive? Read @phil-pja.bsky.social article setting out the case for 20mph speed limits in the latest issue of IPPR's Progressive Review: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.... More on us: pja.co.uk

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PJA @pja-betterplaces.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Have you heard of wing foiling before? Us neither! Find out what Principal Engineer Barney Irlam’s favourite newfound hobby is, as well as the answers to our other quick questions, in this month’s edition of PJA People: ow.ly/3qNw50UluHM #TeamPJA

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PJA People: Barney Irlam - PJA

Our wonderful team are our greatest asset. Not only experts in transport, engineering and placemaking but also committed to delivering better places for people through…

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