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Sponsoring Scunthorpe United Football Club
We have always believed that supporting the communities around us matters just as much as the work we deliver on the road.

That is why we are incredibly proud to announce our new partnership with Scunthorpe United Football Club, with Paragon now sponsoring the team’s training kit.

For us, this is more than a sponsorship. It is a chance to support a well-known local club, back something that means a lot to the community, and play a small part in the journey ahead.

Supporting a Club at the Heart of the Community

Scunthorpe United is a club with deep roots in the local area, and being able to support them in a meaningful way is something we feel genuinely privileged to do.

When Shirley and Freddie visited the stadium to kick off the partnership, they were given a look at a mock-up of the new training kit, with the Paragon logo front and centre. The reaction was simple: wow.

It was one of those moments that really makes you stop and reflect.

For a business that started from humble beginnings, with two brothers building Paragon from a home garage, seeing the company name linked with a club like Scunthorpe United is something that once would have felt a long way off.

Today, it is a proud reminder of how far the business has come.

What This Means to Us as a Business

At Paragon, we are a people-led business. That means we care about more than just projects, worksites and day-to-day delivery. We care about people, local pride and being involved in the places where we live and work.

As a traffic management company operating across the Midlands and beyond, we know that being part of a community means more than simply providing a service. It means showing support, creating opportunities and backing the people and organisations that help give an area its identity.

This partnership with Scunthorpe United reflects that thinking perfectly.

It is also another example of the social value approach we are continuing to build across the business, supporting local communities in ways that feel genuine, visible and worthwhile.

Traffic Management Across the Midlands With a People-Led Approach

As Paragon continues to grow, we remain focused on delivering safe, responsive and straightforward temporary traffic management across the Midlands, as well as in London, the North West and other key regions.

We support clients across a wide range of sectors, including:
- utilities
- civils
- construction
- events
- urban works
Our approach is built around clear communication, quick decision-making, in-house delivery and a genuine commitment to doing things properly.

That same mindset carries through into how we support the communities around us too.

Looking Ahead

We are really excited to see how the season unfolds and proud to be backing Scunthorpe United in this way.

Partnerships like this mean a lot to us, because they show that growth in business can also create opportunities to give something back.

From those early days building the company from a garage to now seeing the Paragon name on the training kit of a local football club, it is a proud moment for everyone involved.

We will be cheering the team on and looking forward to what comes next.

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18/06/2026
MS Society Charity Walk

Social value is about showing up, getting involved and supporting causes that matter to our people and the communities around us.

That is exactly why our recent 5-mile charity walk in Scunthorpe, organised in collaboration with the MS Society, meant so much to us as a business.

On Saturday 30th May, Paragon employees, family members, children and even pets came together at Central Park, Scunthorpe for a brilliant day in support of a fantastic cause. The weather was on our side, the atmosphere was great, and there was a real sense of community throughout the event.

Most importantly, the day raised £600 through JustGiving donations, our Easter Egg raffle and the additional raffle linked to the event. Every penny will go towards supporting people living with Multiple Sclerosis and the vital work carried out by the charity.

For us, the value of the day went beyond the fundraising total. It was a chance for people across the business to come together outside of work, support something meaningful and be part of a positive local event. It also reflected the kind of culture we want to keep building at Paragon, one that values teamwork, community involvement and getting behind causes that have a real impact on people’s lives.

What made the day especially important was how genuine it felt. People joined because they wanted to be there. They gave their time, brought their families, contributed prizes, volunteered their help and helped create an event that felt warm, relaxed and worthwhile from start to finish.

As a business, we work in communities every day, so it matters to us that we contribute positively to them where we can. Supporting the MS Society in Scunthorpe gave us the chance to do that in a way that felt local, practical and meaningful.

We are incredibly proud of what was achieved through the walk and grateful to everyone who helped make it happen. Raising £600 for a brilliant cause is something we are really pleased with, but just as important was what the day represented. It showed what can happen when people come together, support something bigger than themselves and do a small bit of good in the communities around them.

For us, that is exactly what social value should look like.

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01/06/2026
Raising the Standard of Inclusive Traffic Management in London
Designing safe temporary traffic management sites in London means thinking about more than traffic flow, signs and barriers.

It means thinking about people.

In a city as busy and complex as London, temporary traffic management has to work for pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchair users, assistance dog users and people with a wide range of access needs. A layout may look fine on paper, but that does not always mean it works as well as we hope in the real world.

That is why we have been working with Michael Barrett and Transport for London to improve how we think about, design and deliver inclusive traffic management in London.

Why This Matters

London presents some of the most challenging environments for temporary traffic management in the UK.

High footfall, cyclists, public transport, limited road space and live urban activity all mean that even small layout decisions can have a big impact on how people move through a site.

For us, good traffic management in London has to do more than manage vehicles safely. It also has to support people moving through and around worksites in a way that feels clear, accessible and properly considered.

Learning Through Lived Experience

To take that understanding further, Matt Hardy (BDM) and Russ Mitchell, our Amersham Depot Supervisor, spent time in London with Michael and the TfL team, meeting a number of brilliant people and hearing directly about their lived experience of trying to navigate temporary traffic management sites.

That included insight from:
- wheelchair and powerchair users
- assistance dog users
- disabled cyclists
- people who are neurodivergent or have learning difficulties
- people living with long-term health conditions and mental health conditions
The day gave our team the chance to listen properly, ask better questions and see first-hand how certain design choices can create barriers in practice.

The feedback afterwards was simple: it was genuinely eye opening and has already had an impact on how we’ll be creating traffic management plans moving forward.

Raising Standards Through Better Design

One of the biggest lessons from this work has been the importance of moving beyond assumptions.

A route that looks acceptable on a drawing can feel completely different to somebody trying to navigate it with a wheelchair, assistance dog or cycle in a busy urban environment.

That is why lived experience matters so much.

It helps shift the thinking from:

“Does this meet the requirement?”

to:

“Does this actually work for the person using it?”

For us, that is where better inclusive traffic management begins.

From Planning to Delivery

This learning is already shaping how we think about temporary routes, accessibility and public movement, from the design phase right through to delivery on site.

That means improving:
- how we plan pedestrian and cycle routes
- how early accessibility is considered
- how barriers are identified before they become problems
- how teams understand the real-world impact of layout decisions
This is especially important in London roadworks traffic management, where space is tight and public interaction is constant.

Only the Start, but an Important One

We know this is only the start of a much bigger journey, but it is a start, and that matters.

We want to keep learning, keep improving and keep helping raise standards across the wider industry when it comes to designing and delivering more inclusive temporary traffic management sites.

If better conversations and better understanding lead to better sites for the people moving through them, then that is a step worth taking.

Looking for a Traffic Management Partner in London?

If you are looking for a traffic management company in London that takes accessibility, public interface and real-world site usability seriously, we would be happy to talk.

We support projects across London and the wider South East with a people-led, responsive and safety-focused approach to temporary traffic management.

Call: 0800 698 0267
Email: contact@paragontm.co.uk

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29/05/2026
Disability Confident Level 2
Paragon Traffic Management is proud to have achieved Disability Confident Level 2 Employer status.

As a people-led temporary traffic management company, this is an important milestone for us. It reflects the steps we are taking to build a more inclusive, supportive and accessible workplace, while strengthening the social value we deliver across the sectors and communities we work in.

For Paragon, this is about more than a badge. It is about making sure our people feel supported, understood and able to thrive.

What Disability Confident Level 2 Means

The Disability Confident scheme helps employers improve how they recruit, support and develop disabled people in the workplace.

Achieving Disability Confident Level 2 shows that Paragon has taken practical steps to remove barriers, improve accessibility and create fairer opportunities for disabled applicants and employees.

A People-Led Approach

Being a people-led business means putting people first in the way we work every day.

At Paragon, that means creating a workplace where individuals feel listened to, valued and supported with the adjustments they need to do their best work. Through employee surveys, site visits and regular engagement, we are continuing to strengthen a culture where people feel they belong and can grow with confidence.

What We Have Put in Place

To achieve Disability Confident Level 2, we have introduced a number of meaningful changes across recruitment and employee support.

These include:
- guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria
- our DEI statement included on every job advert
- asking candidates upfront if they need adjustments during the interview process
- working with the Job Centre to promote vacancies and support mock interviews
- improved wellbeing support through 24/7 GP access, an Employee Assistance Programme and a wellbeing platform
Together, these changes help make Paragon a more inclusive and accessible place to work.

Why Inclusivity Matters in Traffic Management

Inclusivity and accessibility are especially important in traffic management and infrastructure because the work we do affects everyone — road users, pedestrians and local communities.

A more diverse workforce helps us plan safer, clearer and more accessible traffic management solutions. It also strengthens decision-making by bringing different perspectives into the way we work.

There is also a clear industry need. Social value in traffic management and infrastructure is becoming increasingly important in tenders, with clients looking for genuine commitments to inclusion, accessibility and responsible business practice.

Benefits for Employees and Clients

For our employees, achieving Disability Confident Level 2 helps create a workplace where people feel supported, included and confident in asking for what they need.

For our clients, it demonstrates that Paragon takes inclusion, accessibility and social value seriously. It shows we are committed to doing business in a responsible, people-focused way.

What Comes Next

We are proud of the progress we have made, but we know there is more work to do.

Our focus now is on embedding and strengthening everything we have put in place at Level 2, making sure our commitments are consistent across the business and part of how we operate every day. Level 3 is a long-term goal, but right now our priority is continuing to build on strong foundations.

Building a More Inclusive Future

Achieving Disability Confident Level 2 is an important step for Paragon Traffic Management.

It reflects our commitment to supporting our people, improving accessibility and delivering meaningful social value across the traffic management and infrastructure sectors.

At Paragon, inclusion is not a tick-box exercise. It is part of building a stronger business, a stronger team and better outcomes for the communities we serve.

SafetyByChoiceNotByChance
18/03/2026

In-House Swept Path Analysis

We’re always looking for ways to make things easier for our clients. That’s why we’re pleased to announce that Swept Path Analysis (SPA) is now available in-house.

This means developers, planners, project managers and contractors can now access vehicle movement modelling, site access validation and technical drawings directly through Paragon. By keeping this service within our own team, we’re able to provide faster turnaround times, clearer communication and a simpler approach to project planning.

For clients already working with us for traffic management design, permits, and on-site delivery, this creates a much smoother process from planning stage through to project execution.

What Is Swept Path Analysis?

A Swept Path Analysis is a transport engineering assessment used to confirm that vehicles can safely move through a proposed or existing layout.

Using specialist modelling software, engineers simulate the movement of a chosen vehicle through a design. The software calculates the full swept envelope of the vehicle, including the wheel paths, vehicle body overhang and tail swing during turns.

The result is a detailed visual output that shows whether a vehicle can safely manoeuvre without colliding with kerbs, buildings, street furniture or other obstacles.

Swept Path Analysis is commonly required for:

Common Uses for Swept Path Analysis
Planning applications for new developments
Site access design for warehouses, depots and construction sites
Car park and loading bay layouts
Junction or roundabout design
Emergency service access checks
Highway design reviews

Many local authorities require Swept Path Analysis as part of the planning process to ensure a layout is safe, practical and capable of accommodating larger vehicles before construction begins.

Swept Path Analysis Matters

Designs can sometimes appear workable on paper but fail once real vehicles attempt to use them. Swept Path Analysis helps identify these problems before construction begins, avoiding costly redesigns later.

Typical issues identified through SPA include vehicles needing to mount kerbs, trailers encroaching into opposing lanes, or entrances that simply do not allow the correct turning radius.

By modelling vehicle movements early in the design stage, project teams gain confidence that layouts will work in practice, not just in theory.

Our In-House Swept Path Analysis Service

Paragon now provides Swept Path Analysis as part of our wider traffic management and transport planning support.

Our process is straightforward and designed to integrate easily with existing project workflows.

Our Swept Path Analysis Process
Review of site drawings or CAD layouts
Selection of appropriate design vehicle (HGV, bus, refuse vehicle, emergency vehicle etc.)
Simulation of vehicle movement through the layout
Production of technical drawings showing tracking curves
Supporting information for planning or engineering submissions

Because our team also works directly within temporary traffic management design and delivery, the analysis benefits from real-world operational understanding rather than purely theoretical modelling.

Supporting Development and Infrastructure Projects

Swept Path Analysis is widely used across construction, utilities and infrastructure projects. Whether the requirement comes from a planning authority or from a design team validating site access, the goal is always the same — to ensure that vehicles can move safely and efficiently through the proposed layout.

For example, a developer planning a warehouse site may need to demonstrate that articulated HGVs can enter, turn and exit the yard without striking kerbs or fences. Through Swept Path Analysis, the movement of the vehicle can be simulated and validated before construction begins.

For contractors working within urban environments, this type of modelling also helps ensure deliveries, plant access and service vehicles can operate safely within tight spaces.

A More Joined-Up Approach

One of the biggest advantages of bringing Swept Path Analysis in-house is the ability to connect it directly with other services we already provide.

Paragon already supports clients with:

Traffic management design
Permit and licensing coordination
Temporary traffic signal deployment
Nationwide traffic management delivery

Adding Swept Path Analysis strengthens our ability to support projects from early planning stages right through to live site delivery.

Speak to Paragon About Swept Path Analysis

If your project requires Swept Path Analysis for planning approval, site access validation or transport design, our team would be happy to help.

With practical experience across highways, utilities, telecoms and construction projects, we understand how designs translate into real-world delivery.

To discuss your project or request a quote for Swept Path Analysis, get in touch with the Paragon team today using the email or phone number below

contact@Paragontm.co.uk

0800 698 0267

05/03/2026

Joining The 5% Club

Investing in Apprenticeships, Skills and Social Value

We are proud to have joined The 5% Club, a nationwide movement of employers committed to developing skills, creating opportunity and strengthening the UK workforce through structured training and early career development.

For a company built around people, safety and long-term partnerships, this step feels like a natural fit. Our growth has always been about more than expanding depots and fleets, it’s about investing in people and building a stronger future for the industry.

What The 5% Club Means

The 5% Club brings together organisations that believe in creating real pathways into skilled careers. Members commit to developing talent through apprenticeships, graduate programmes and other “earn and learn” opportunities that allow people to build experience while gaining qualifications.

It’s about giving people a way in, supporting their development and helping them build a career rather than simply filling a role.

Already Going Beyond the Benchmark

While members aspire to have at least 5% of their workforce in structured training roles, we are proud to already exceed that benchmark.

Around 10%of our workforce are currently apprentices.

That isn’t a statistic we chased it’s a reflection of how we believe a business should grow: by bringing people in, supporting them and helping them develop lasting careers.

Apprenticeships Matter in Traffic Management

Traffic management plays a vital role in keeping infrastructure projects moving safely and efficiently. Developing new talent ensures the industry maintains high standards and continues to evolve.

For those joining Paragon, apprenticeships offer a practical, supported introduction to the industry. People learn on real sites, gain recognised qualifications and receive mentoring from experienced professionals who understand the realities of the job. More importantly, they gain confidence, purpose and a clear pathway forward.

Social Value Through Opportunity

Social value is often talked about in broad terms, but for us it starts with creating opportunities.

Providing structured entry points into skilled work supports local communities, improves social mobility and helps address the industry’s skills gap. It also strengthens the teams delivering projects every day.

When people are given the chance to learn, progress and build a career, the benefits ripple far beyond the workplace.

Building the Future Workforce

Demand for safe, compliant and efficient traffic management continues to grow across the UK. Meeting that demand requires more than equipment and systems, it requires skilled, motivated people.

By investing in apprenticeships and early career pathways, we are helping ensure the industry remains strong, professional and future ready.

A People-Led Approach to Growth

Joining The 5% Club reinforces what has always been central to Paragon: growth driven by people.

We believe businesses perform better when they invest in their teams, create opportunities and support progression at every stage. This commitment helps us deliver reliable service for clients while building a culture where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive.

Whether you’re looking for a dependable traffic management partner or exploring a future in the industry, Paragon Traffic Management is committed to delivering safe, professional and people-focused solutions.

23/02/2026
Disability Confident Level 1 Commitment
At Paragon Traffic Management, safety and accessibility go hand in hand. We are proud to announce that we have achieved Disability Confident Level 1 – Comitted status, marking an important step in our ongoing commitment to inclusion, accessibility and responsible service delivery across the UK.

For organisations delivering works in busy urban environments such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Liverpool, accessibility is not an optional extra — it is essential. Our commitment to the Disability Conficent scheme reinforces our approach to designing and delivering traffic management that works for everyone who uses the space.

What Disability Conficent Means in Practice

The UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme encourages employers to think differently about disability and take meaningful action to improve how they recruit, support and develop disabled people.

By achieving Level 1, Paragon has committed to:
- Inclusive recruitment practices
- Clear and accessible communication of opportunities
- Offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria
- Providing reasonable workplace adjustments
- Supporting existing employees to thrive in their roles
This milestone strengthens our people-first culture and helps ensure we continue building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

Why Accessibility Matters in Urban Traffic Management

In densely populated urban areas, traffic management setups are encountered by thousands of pedestrians and road users every day. This includes people with mobility impairments, visual impairments, neurodivergent conditions, parents with pushchairs, and elderly residents.

By strengthening our understanding of accessibility and inclusion, we can:
- Design safer pedestrian routes and clear crossings
- Improve site layouts for visually impaired users
- Reduce confusion and risk in high-footfall environments
- Ensure compliance aligns with real-world usability
- Support safer movement through busy worksites
For clients operating in major cities, this approach helps protect public safety, maintain reputation, and support social value commitments.

Supporting Social Value and Inclusive Communities

Many infrastructure, telecoms, utilities and civil engineering projects now require demonstrable social value contributions. Our Disability Confident commitment supports these requirements by reinforcing our focus on equality, accessibility and community wellbeing.

This commitment aligns with:
- Public sector procurement expectations
- Urban authority accessibility priorities
- Equality and inclusion standards
- Community safety and wellbeing initiatives
A Step Forward — With More to Come

Achieving Disability Confident Level 1 is the beginning of a wider journey. We are committed to continually improving accessibility awareness, strengthening inclusive practices and ensuring our workplaces and worksites are welcoming and safe for everyone.

As we continue delivering traffic management across major UK cities and urban environments, our focus remains clear:

Safety By Choice, Not By Chance.
13/02/2026
Streetworks, Telecoms, Accessibility and Lessons Learned

On the 4th Feburary, the Paragon Traffic Management team attended the Streetworks Solutions Mobile Communications Streetwork Engagement Day, bringing together organisations from across the telecoms and streetworks space.

For us, events like this are about more than just lead generation. They’re more about listening, learning, and understanding how we can continue to raise standards across telecoms traffic management, both operationally and socially.

A Valuable Focus on Accessibility and Social Value

One of the most impactful parts of the day was the presentation delivered by Seema Flowers, which focused on disability awareness and accessibility within streetworks and construction environments.

This session resonated strongly with both Tony and Shirley. It prompted important conversations internally about how sites are experienced by people with disabilities and what more can be done to ensure traffic management layouts are inclusive, considerate and safe for everyone, not just compliant on paper.

As a traffic management company working daily within public spaces, accessibility is not an optional extra. It is part of delivering sites properly. Events like this play a vital role in keeping that conversation alive and pushing the industry forward.

Why Events Like This Still Matter to Paragon

Despite limited immediate commercial opportunities, the day reinforced why Paragon continues to engage with telecoms events. They provide space to connect with peers, learn from specialists, and reflect on how traffic management supports wider social outcomes particularly around disability access and public safety.

For telecoms project coordinators, planners and delivery teams, these conversations matter. Good traffic management isn’t just about permits and layouts, it’s about understanding the people moving through sites every day.

Thank You to the Organisers

We’d like to thank Streetworks Solutions for hosting a well-organised, thought-provoking event and for having us along. Creating a forum where operational delivery, compliance, accessibility and social value are all discussed together is an important step in raising standards across the telecoms sector.

We’ll continue to take these lessons forward as we work with telecoms clients nationwide, delivering traffic management that’s clear, considered and built around people.

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06/02/2026
More vans, making us faster than ever

Good news to end last week on! We’ve added another 10 vehicles to the fleet. That’s more wheels on the road, more kit on hand, and quicker turnarounds for Traffic Management anywhere in the UK.

We’re investing because it helps our people do their best work. More capacity means the right crew and equipment, from the nearest depot, on site when you actually need them. It also means fewer bottlenecks at busy times, better cover for short-notice and emergency works, and tidier, safer setups that hit Chapter 8 standards without the faff.

Where you’ll feel it

Quicker deployments on highways and streetworks. Simpler interfaces on rail possessions. Faster call-outs for utilities. Clean, well-managed parking and diversions for events. The goal is the same every time: keep people safe, keep traffic moving, keep your project on track.

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Planning still comes first

Fleet growth is only half the story. Our planning team turns around quotes with CAD TM plans within 24 hours. That gets stakeholders aligned early, helps with TTRO/TTRN approvals, and reduces work on the day. Better plan, better day on site.

Smarter and greener

Newer vehicles and tighter routing mean fewer wasted miles and lower emissions. Pair that with our remotely monitored temporary signals (live status, GPS, battery health) and we’re cutting unnecessary visits, costs and carbon—without compromising safety or uptime.

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Nationwide, local response

We operate across the UK with teams working nationwide making mobilisation fast, support is consistent, and standards don’t drop just because the postcode changes.

Got works coming up? Loop us in early. We’ll scope the site, produce a clear, compliant plan, and mobilise the nearest team.

08/10/2025
RIN Derby 2025

RIN Derby (11 September 2025) had a real buzz from the moment doors opened. As Matt put it, “there was an air of excitement in the Derby Arena just before kick off,” and that set the tone for a morning of proper conversations rather than casual browsing.

For us, the win was quality over quantity. Tony summed it up well: “footfall could have been better, but the engaging clients was really good.” We had people coming over with specific projects to talk through TM plans, permits, temporary signals, lane closures and how to keep programmes.

Debbie called the day “very vibrant, friendly and informative,” and it showed. We were able to get the Paragon message across clearly, while learning more about adjacent sectors and how we can help them deliver effectively. Those chats have now turned into follow-ups so nothing goes cold.

The team energy made a difference. “Exhibiting is great—I really enjoyed it,” Matt said. “My colleagues are amazing and I’m very lucky to say that! And there are opportunities out there; I’ve just got to go get them and not be afraid of putting myself in the deep end.” That mindset mirrors our approach to planning: get close to the problem early, make the plan clear, and execute confidently.

Experience also keeps us grounded. Tony reminded us that “years of experience from these events not every event is the same, but grab what you can from your time there.” Next time we’ll dial up pre-event outreach, bring extra collateral, and keep the momentum with same-week calls and site visits.

Debbie’s final comment ties it together: “people were so friendly, and I learned a lot about different businesses and sectors, Matt helped me understand the rail sector more and what teams need to undertake their work.” That’s exactly why we show up: to listen, refine, and bring better planning to the next job.

If we met at RIN Derby, we’ll be in touch to move things forward. If we missed each other, we’d still love to help map a clear, compliant TM plan that keeps your programme on track.

Paragon Traffic Management — Safety by Choice, Not by Chance.

26/09/2025