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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Thursday, 04 June 2026
The new laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters....
Tuesday, 02 June 2026
The Civil Aviation Bill will support airspace modernisation and enhance safety standards for passengers across the UK. ...
Thursday, 28 May 2026
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which includes Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express, will transfer into public ownership....
Sunday, 24 May 2026
The roll-out of the South Western Arterio fleet shows how nationalisation of the railway is transforming passenger journeys....
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Applications open for operators to join the self-driving vehicles pilot scheme....
Thursday, 21 May 2026
The new taskforce will make recommendations to improve transit systems so they can be delivered more efficiently across the UK....
Wednesday, 20 May 2026
First Great British Railways?branded train unveiled as services move into public ownership, with new branding rolling out across England’s rail networ...
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Transport Secretary sets out new HS2 costs and timelines after a full review, taking control of the project to cut waste, speed up delivery and save b...
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
The 12 winning projects will provide more people with healthier and sustainable active travel options across England. ...
Monday, 11 May 2026
Modernising track and train will help improve the passenger experience, while supporting jobs, growth and homes in Britain....
Sunday, 10 May 2026
New Cambridge South rail station opening in June 2026....
Tuesday, 05 May 2026
Funding will help develop a numberplate ID system for drones, helping police better protect UK skies and prosecute illegal users....
Saturday, 02 May 2026
There are no immediate supply issues, but government is preparing now to give families long-term certainty and avoid unnecessary disruption....
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Funding will help local councils with cost of fixing England's ageing road infrastructure....
Monday, 13 April 2026
We’re making sure every pound goes straight into fixing roads and tackling potholes across England, not being spent elsewhere....
Monday, 13 April 2026
£3 million funding boost will help 6 mayoral authorities set up bus franchising to improve travel for passengers across England....
Thursday, 02 April 2026
Strategy sets the direction for a more joined-up transport network that works better for passengers, drivers and communities across England....
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....
Security Industry Authority Greater protection for whistleblowing to the SIA now in place
Ministry of Justice Advisory AI Growth Lab to support responsible AI adoption in legal services
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Liz Kendall's speech at AI Adoption Summit
Ministry of Justice Legal innovation to be supercharged by new AI Growth project
Home Office New plans to stop children taking, sharing or viewing nude images
Defence Infrastructure Organisation Disused tube station sells for £53 million
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Bluetongue: latest situation