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Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport

Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport

Thursday, 04 June 2020

From 15 June, face coverings will be required while using public transport in England....

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Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 4 June 2020

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 4 June 2020

Thursday, 04 June 2020

Face coverings will be required on public transport from 15 June 2020....

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 23 May 2020

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 23 May 2020

Saturday, 23 May 2020

Further funding to protect and increase transport services, level up infrastructure and regenerate local economies after the coronavirus (COVID-19) ou...

Transport Secretary announces new measures to “keep passengers safe now and level up for the future”

Transport Secretary announces new measures to “keep passengers safe now and level up for the future”

Saturday, 23 May 2020

Funding to protect and increase transport services, level up infrastructure and regenerate local economies after the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak....

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Independent Construction Commissioner to oversee HS2 Phase 2a route

Independent Construction Commissioner to oversee HS2 Phase 2a route

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

Role extended to improve engagement with communities, businesses and individuals in Phase 2a of the project....

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Government invests £35 million to protect critical freight routes

Government invests £35 million to protect critical freight routes

Monday, 18 May 2020

Ensuring there is enough freight capacity to prevent disruption to the flow of critical goods, such as food and medical supplies....

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Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 14 May 2020

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 14 May 2020

Thursday, 14 May 2020

Describing how the time during lockdown has been used to fix and upgrade road and rail infrastructure, including plans to help the economy bounce back...

Multi billion pound road and railway investment to put nation on path to recovery?

Multi billion pound road and railway investment to put nation on path to recovery?

Thursday, 14 May 2020

Infrastructure upgrades will mean smoother and safer journeys with better connections....

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New guidance published to ensure transport network is safe for those who need to use it

New guidance published to ensure transport network is safe for those who need to use it

Tuesday, 12 May 2020

Guidance for safer travel and safer transport operations during the next phase of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic....

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Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 9 May 2020

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 9 May 2020

Saturday, 09 May 2020

Announcing a £2 billion package to support active travel to help the country emerge from coronavirus crisis....

£2 billion package to create new era for cycling and walking

£2 billion package to create new era for cycling and walking

Saturday, 09 May 2020

Alternative ways to travel, such as walking and cycling, could relieve the pressure on public transport....

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We will meet again: government honours VE Day with UK first ever skytyping display

We will meet again: government honours VE Day with UK first ever skytyping display

Thursday, 07 May 2020

‘We Will Meet Again’ and ‘Thank You’ messages commemorate those who served during World War 2 and thank those working on the frontline during the coro...

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Government to safeguard vital Great Britain Northern Ireland air links

Government to safeguard vital Great Britain Northern Ireland air links

Friday, 01 May 2020

Investment will protect air passenger flights for important routes between Great Britain and Northern Ireland...

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Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 24 April 2020

Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 24 April 2020

Friday, 24 April 2020

Announcing measures to ensure transport boosts the national response to COVID-19 and paying tribute to the transport workers who have kept vital freig...

Vital routes for supplies and people kept open through coronavirus support package

Vital routes for supplies and people kept open through coronavirus support package

Friday, 24 April 2020

Action will protect the transport links the country relies on....

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Emergency fund of up to £10.5 million to support lifeline transport links to the Isle of Wight and the Isles of Scilly

Emergency fund of up to £10.5 million to support lifeline transport links to the Isle of Wight and the Isles of Scilly

Friday, 24 April 2020

Government funds will maintain vital transport links to the mainland....

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£17 million government package to protect freight routes to Northern Ireland

£17 million government package to protect freight routes to Northern Ireland

Friday, 24 April 2020

Funding to safeguard ferry routes between Great Britain and Northern Ireland during COVID-19 outbreak....

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Government takes further action to support bus and lorry drivers who are keeping the country moving

Government takes further action to support bus and lorry drivers who are keeping the country moving

Friday, 17 April 2020

Temporary change applies to drivers whose licences are due to expire or have expired since 1 January 2020....

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NATS eligible for funding of up to £92 million to maintain services

NATS eligible for funding of up to £92 million to maintain services

Thursday, 16 April 2020

£1.1 billion support package for air navigation service providers across Europe affected by COVID-19 events....

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Government provides construction sector certainty by confirming 'Notice to proceed' on High Speed 2

Government provides construction sector certainty by confirming 'Notice to proceed' on High Speed 2

Wednesday, 15 April 2020

HS2 Ltd today marks next step for the project, issuing ‘Notice to proceed’ on Britain’s new railway....

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UK airlines to save millions as navigation charges deferred

UK airlines to save millions as navigation charges deferred

Wednesday, 08 April 2020

Charges for air navigation services in European airspace deferred for up to 14 months....

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Transport Secretary: continue to follow government guidelines on travel despite warm weather

Transport Secretary: continue to follow government guidelines on travel despite warm weather

Friday, 03 April 2020

With warm weather this weekend people may feel tempted to head out more, but please stick to government guidance. You are saving lives by staying at h...

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Almost £400 million to keep England’s buses running

Almost £400 million to keep England’s buses running

Thursday, 02 April 2020

Greater funding to keep bus routes running during the coronavirus pandemic. ...

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Critical rail services protected in new deals for GWR and Southeastern

Critical rail services protected in new deals for GWR and Southeastern

Monday, 30 March 2020

Vital connections between the South of England and Wales ensured during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak....

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Government ensures ticket refunds and protects services for passengers with rail emergency measures

Government ensures ticket refunds and protects services for passengers with rail emergency measures

Monday, 23 March 2020

We're supporting train operators to make sure our railways stay open for key workers during the coronavirus outbreak....

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Reduced rail timetable agreed to protect train services and staff

Reduced rail timetable agreed to protect train services and staff

Friday, 20 March 2020

Government has worked with rail operators to agree a reduction in rail service levels to help tackle the spread of COVID-19....

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Government and airlines working to get British passengers affected by Coronavirus back to the UK

Government and airlines working to get British passengers affected by Coronavirus back to the UK

Wednesday, 18 March 2020

British tourists abroad should check the website of their travel provider and Foreign Office travel advice for the latest information....

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New transport tech to be tested in biggest shake up of laws in a generation

New transport tech to be tested in biggest shake up of laws in a generation

Monday, 16 March 2020

Making journeys easier, smarter and greener with new technology....

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Update on the infrastructure grants schemes

Update on the infrastructure grants schemes

Thursday, 12 March 2020

Electric vehicle homecharge, workplace charging and on-street residential chargepoint scheme confirmed for another year....

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Action plan announced to boost smart motorway safety

Action plan announced to boost smart motorway safety

Thursday, 12 March 2020

Transport Secretary sets out 18 point package of measures to improve safety and public confidence....

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