Kier has begun work on the £700 million Norfolk highways and infrastructure term services contract, having mobilised teams on 1 April.

Commissioned by Norfolk County Council, the agreement could run for up to 14 years and covers maintenance and upgrades across 9,836km of the county’s highway network.

Around 100 employees have transferred to Kier under TUPE from the previous contractor, with a comprehensive induction programme completed ahead of delivery.

Under the deal, Kier will undertake surfacing and surface dressing, planned maintenance, drainage improvements, works to bridges and other structures, and cyclical activities such as grass cutting and drainage cleansing.

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Bobbie Perks, general manager at Kier Infrastructure, said: "This is a long-term contract and we’re setting it up for long-term success, by bringing all stakeholders together and having early engagement, and focusing on the culture, team and ways of working we need. I’m really proud to be welcoming over 100 new colleagues to Kier, all with key skills and expertise needed to successfully deliver improvements that will make a real difference to communities across Norfolk."

Grahame Bygrave, director of highways, transport & waste at Norfolk County Council, said: "We're really looking forward to starting this long-term partnership with Kier. The Norfolk County Council Highways Department is an outstanding team, who work hard to deliver the very best for the residents of Norfolk. I know that Kier share our values of quality, innovation and sustainability, and I'm looking forward to working with them."

The partnership will also introduce new technologies, promote inclusive growth and active travel, and open up local jobs and skills development opportunities, including support for care leavers.