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Transport Secretary declares zero tolerance for phone use behind the wheel as law changes today

Transport Secretary declares zero tolerance for phone use behind the wheel as law changes today

Friday, 25 March 2022

It is now illegal for motorists to use a handheld mobile phone under virtually any circumstance while driving....

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Tenfold expansion in chargepoints by 2030 as government drives EV revolution

Tenfold expansion in chargepoints by 2030 as government drives EV revolution

Friday, 25 March 2022

New strategy to improve the consumer experience at chargepoints significantly supports people without access to off-street parking and provides fast c...

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Government funds vital works to restore Hammersmith Bridge to former glory

Government funds vital works to restore Hammersmith Bridge to former glory

Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Almost £3 million to ensure that Hammersmith Bridge remains permanently open to pedestrians, cyclists and river traffic....

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LSER issued with £23.5 million penalty over breach of contract

LSER issued with £23.5 million penalty over breach of contract

Thursday, 17 March 2022

Penalty notice sends signal to rail operators that breaches of public trust will not be tolerated....

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Businesses to benefit from extension to plug in van and truck grants

Businesses to benefit from extension to plug in van and truck grants

Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Plug-in van and truck grants extended as part of government drive to decarbonise transport....

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Manchester and North West rail passengers to see more reliable journeys with £84 million investment

Manchester and North West rail passengers to see more reliable journeys with £84 million investment

Friday, 11 March 2022

Package of infrastructure upgrades to transform journeys for train passengers in the North West....

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Bikeability receives record £20 million government investment to improve access to cycle training

Bikeability receives record £20 million government investment to improve access to cycle training

Thursday, 10 March 2022

Funding aims to promote active travel and provide cycle training to half a million children and their families....

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DfT launches UK SHORE to take maritime ‘back to the future’ with green investment

DfT launches UK SHORE to take maritime ‘back to the future’ with green investment

Thursday, 10 March 2022

Office dedicated to making maritime greener will pioneer new technology that could make journeys by sea as green as they were hundreds of years ago....

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Search for new HS2 Ltd Chair is relaunched to help drive transformation and level up the country

Search for new HS2 Ltd Chair is relaunched to help drive transformation and level up the country

Wednesday, 09 March 2022

The criteria for the role of HS2 Chair have been updated to appeal to leaders from a wider field of sectors and backgrounds....

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Over £150 million provided to safeguard local transport services as the country emerges from the pandemic

Over £150 million provided to safeguard local transport services as the country emerges from the pandemic

Tuesday, 01 March 2022

Funding will help local bus and light rail services across the country as millions of passengers return to the network....

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Government agrees £200 million deal to keep vital Transport for London services running

Government agrees £200 million deal to keep vital Transport for London services running

Friday, 25 February 2022

Announcing a fourth extraordinary funding and financing package for TfL ensuring the continued running of London’s transport network....

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HGV operators can now use aerodynamic features and longer cabs to reduce fuel consumption and emissions

HGV operators can now use aerodynamic features and longer cabs to reduce fuel consumption and emissions

Monday, 14 February 2022

Changes to legislation aimed to make HGVs more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly....

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Green shipping boost as Maritime Minister announces plans to explore shore power

Green shipping boost as Maritime Minister announces plans to explore shore power

Monday, 07 February 2022

Call for evidence launches as government aims to accelerate maritime decarbonisation by switching to emissions-cutting shore power at UK ports....

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Call for transport leaders to help 'super charge' skills and build future workforce

Call for transport leaders to help 'super charge' skills and build future workforce

Monday, 07 February 2022

Consultation launched to better understand the skills needed to boost diversity, plug the skills gap and promote careers in the transport sector....

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Public competition launched to find new home for Britain’s railways

Public competition launched to find new home for Britain’s railways

Saturday, 05 February 2022

Headquarters for Great British Railways will be based outside of London and bring high-skilled jobs to the winning location. ...

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Government takes action to strengthen airline passenger rights

Government takes action to strengthen airline passenger rights

Monday, 31 January 2022

New proposals considered include improving compensation processes for delayed flights and strengthening protections for disabled passengers....

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The Highway Code: 8 changes you need to know from 29 January 2022

The Highway Code: 8 changes you need to know from 29 January 2022

Saturday, 29 January 2022

Rules for all types of road users have been updated in The Highway Code to improve the safety of people walking, cycling and riding horses....

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Highway Code changes set to take effect this weekend

Highway Code changes set to take effect this weekend

Wednesday, 26 January 2022

Changes to The Highway Code, including the hierarchy of road-users and the 'Dutch Reach' are set to change from 29 January 2022. ...

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UK open for travel with all restrictions removed for eligible vaccinated arrivals

UK open for travel with all restrictions removed for eligible vaccinated arrivals

Monday, 24 January 2022

Changes to COVID-19 testing measures for travellers arriving in the UK from 4am 11 February....

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Government supports aviation sector recovery with airport slot alleviation for summer 2022

Government supports aviation sector recovery with airport slot alleviation for summer 2022

Monday, 24 January 2022

Move gives aviation sector flexibility and protects environment as airlines will not have to operate ghost flights to retain airport slots....

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North West on track to benefit from faster and more reliable train journeys as bill for next phase of HS2 to be laid in Parliament

North West on track to benefit from faster and more reliable train journeys as bill for next phase of HS2 to be laid in Parliament

Monday, 24 January 2022

Bill to extend HS2 from Crewe to Manchester, creating a new transport spine across the North West that will reduce journey times and boost local econo...

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Olympic gold medallist and cyclist Chris Boardman to lead government's new active travel body

Olympic gold medallist and cyclist Chris Boardman to lead government's new active travel body

Saturday, 22 January 2022

Active Travel England to create safer streets?for cycling and walking to boost air quality and help improve the health and wellbeing of the nation....

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Government commits funding to build back better and greener in our skies

Government commits funding to build back better and greener in our skies

Friday, 21 January 2022

Further funding announced to redesign the UK’s airspace to create quicker journeys and cut emissions. ...

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Unnecessary train announcements binned in ‘bonfire of the banalities’

Unnecessary train announcements binned in ‘bonfire of the banalities’

Friday, 21 January 2022

Redundant tannoy announcements to be reduced on trains ensuring quieter journeys for passengers....

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Smart motorway rollout to be paused as government responds to Transport Committee report

Smart motorway rollout to be paused as government responds to Transport Committee report

Wednesday, 12 January 2022

Government pausing the rollout of new all lane running smart motorway schemes until 5 years of safety data is available....

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Government teams with charity Scope on Disabled Persons Passenger Charter

Government teams with charity Scope on Disabled Persons Passenger Charter

Monday, 10 January 2022

New charter to boost consumer confidence and provide an online one-stop shop on passenger rights and complaints procedures for disabled people....

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Better rail journeys sooner for Leeds, as £161 million upgrade delivered

Better rail journeys sooner for Leeds, as £161 million upgrade delivered

Tuesday, 04 January 2022

Upgrade will provide more seats, services and significantly faster journey times, improving rail connections across the North and Midlands....

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Spades in ground as government delivers on rail investment promise for North and Midlands

Spades in ground as government delivers on rail investment promise for North and Midlands

Tuesday, 21 December 2021

The next stage of electrification on the Midland Mainline starts, ultimately bringing quieter trains, greater decarbonisation and better connectivity ...

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Rail fares capped to prevent high increases for passengers

Rail fares capped to prevent high increases for passengers

Friday, 17 December 2021

Government caps rail fare increases in 2022 and delays the rise in prices until March to allow passengers more time to buy cheaper flexible and season...

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Sir Mark Worthington reappointed as independent HS2 Construction Commissioner

Sir Mark Worthington reappointed as independent HS2 Construction Commissioner

Wednesday, 15 December 2021

The HS2 Construction Commissioner has been reappointed and will continue to investigate unresolved disputes and provide independent advice on making a...

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