Government news, all in one place
Government news, all in one place
The Department for Transport is responsible for the English transport network and a limited number of transport matters in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It oversees policy on roads, railways, aviation, and maritime transport to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable travel.
Based on publicly published press releases (last 12 months)
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Sunday, 29 March 2026
Fund will support transport links so stalled housing and employment sites can go ahead....
Thursday, 26 March 2026
What the government and Active Travel England are doing to make walking safer for women and girls....
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Road Investment Strategy 3 will fund major schemes to upgrade and future-proof England's roads over the next 5 years....
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
New framework strengthens Scotland’s rail decision?making, protecting devolved powers and delivering clearer, more reliable services for passengers....
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
New UK–Welsh rail agreement gives Wales a bigger say in services, working together to deliver better and more reliable journeys and with a commitment ...
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
The Zero Emissions Truck and Van grants and the Depot Charging Scheme aim to help businesses make the switch to electric vans and trucks....
Monday, 23 March 2026
The government is exploring options to cut HS2 costs, reduce delays and deliver the benefits of increased rail capacity and faster journeys earlier....
Friday, 20 March 2026
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter join the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR)....
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
These changes allow passengers to claim Delay Repay compensation faster and the rail industry to invest in improvements across the UK....
Tuesday, 03 March 2026
This funding will boost skilled jobs and coastal economies, and forms part of a £448 million commitment to clean maritime funding....
Monday, 02 March 2026
Government freezes rail fares, saving passengers £600 million and easing cost?of?living pressures as it rebuilds a better, more reliable railway....
Friday, 27 February 2026
Switching the NHS vehicle fleet to electric will save the health service millions and help to decarbonise 460 million miles of travel each year....
Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Flat owners, landlords, renters and businesses will be able to get grants of up to £500 per charge point....
Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Regular rail freight traffic through the Channel Tunnel will help reduce pollution, potholes and congestion while providing new jobs across the UK. ...
Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Driving a bus is a rewarding career offering fast progression, competitive salaries, good benefits, travel concessions and a sense of purpose....
Wednesday, 18 February 2026
The £110 million investment in the North Hykeham Relief Road will also mean faster journeys and less congestion for people across Lincoln and Lincolns...
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
The Transport Secretary sets out her vision for a reformed railway that's run by the public, for the public. ...
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Lowering the train driver age from 20 to 18 will give younger people the chance to build rewarding careers in the UK railway industry....
Friday, 30 January 2026
From 1 February 2026, passengers who travel with London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway will benefit from reliable and better-connected...
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Taking the HS2 railway into central London is crucial to unlocking its full potential to create more jobs, more homes and to boost the British economy...
Monday, 26 January 2026
We're looking for a Health, Safety and Facilities Officer to join our business services support team based in Farnborough....
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
The funding will go towards UK research and development projects that help deliver net zero aviation by 2050. ...
Monday, 19 January 2026
Over 50,000 UK drivers have made savings of up to £3,750 on a new electric vehicle and £1,400 a year on running costs. ...
Thursday, 15 January 2026
Our 10 new Aviation Ambassadors will help encourage more young people to see the UK aviation sector as a place where they can build rewarding, long-te...
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Northern Powerhouse Rail plans announced to grow productivity, with faster rail commutes across Yorkshire, better journeys to the North East and route...
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Major rail plans will unlock North West's economic potential, including a new rail route between Liverpool and Manchester and improved connections acr...
Monday, 12 January 2026
Richard George and Sir Andrew Haines bring extensive experience to help improve passenger experience and operational performance we will see under Gre...
Sunday, 11 January 2026
New map rates how record government pothole funding is being used....
Thursday, 08 January 2026
Have your say on our proposals to simplify the taxi licensing system and improve enforcement to increase safety and reduce unfair competition....
Thursday, 08 January 2026
Local councils will be given the power to crack down on problem pavement parking....
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