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Ports across England given £10 million to prepare for Brexit

Ports across England given £10 million to prepare for Brexit

Thursday, 26 September 2019

Successful bidders of the £10 million Port Infrastructure Resilience and Connectivity (PIRC) competition announced....

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Government investing almost £1 million in transport tech start ups

Government investing almost £1 million in transport tech start ups

Tuesday, 24 September 2019

Tech-focused transport start-ups can bid for a share of almost £1 million in funding....

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London International Shipping Week Gala Dinner

London International Shipping Week Gala Dinner

Monday, 23 September 2019

Speech given by the Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps, to celebrate London International Shipping Week 2019...

8 firms signed up to freight procurement framework as DfT launches competition for Brexit capacity

8 firms signed up to freight procurement framework as DfT launches competition for Brexit capacity

Friday, 20 September 2019

Framework provides a list of freight operators who could transport critical goods after 31 October....

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An Electric Revolution in the skies

An Electric Revolution in the skies

Thursday, 19 September 2019

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps lays out his vision for the UK’s aviation industry....

Grant Shapps: new ‘On Time’ statistics will stop masking whether trains are really on time

Grant Shapps: new ‘On Time’ statistics will stop masking whether trains are really on time

Thursday, 19 September 2019

New measure of train performance to increase accountability and transparency....

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Transport Secretary acts on HS2 ancient woodland clearances during Oakervee review

Transport Secretary acts on HS2 ancient woodland clearances during Oakervee review

Monday, 16 September 2019

Removals of ancient woodlands for HS2 stopped during independent review unless they are absolutely necessary to avoid major cost and schedule impacts....

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£730,000 to boost diversity, wellbeing and skills in maritime

£730,000 to boost diversity, wellbeing and skills in maritime

Thursday, 12 September 2019

Increased funding for maritime careers and the welfare of seafarers...

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Government backs cutting edge tech to drive down shipping emissions

Government backs cutting edge tech to drive down shipping emissions

Tuesday, 10 September 2019

Funding boost for low-carbon maritime technology....

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New ship to boost safe navigation in UK seas

New ship to boost safe navigation in UK seas

Monday, 09 September 2019

New state-of-the-art ship to replace ageing THV Patricia and improve maritime safety. ...

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Boost for hauliers’ Brexit preparation as multi million pound campaign launched

Boost for hauliers’ Brexit preparation as multi million pound campaign launched

Monday, 09 September 2019

Making sure that hauliers have everything they need from traders to get through border customs smoothly after Brexit....

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£1 million to boost haulage sector and combat long term unemployment

£1 million to boost haulage sector and combat long term unemployment

Friday, 06 September 2019

Funding of £1 million boost to help the haulage sector increase its workforce and recruit new talent. ...

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New government funded cycling routes revealed across England

New government funded cycling routes revealed across England

Thursday, 05 September 2019

Funding boost for National Cycle Network....

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Protection for flights and road transport after Brexit reaffirmed

Protection for flights and road transport after Brexit reaffirmed

Thursday, 05 September 2019

Passengers and hauliers to continue to travel and trade with confidence as UK-EU transport protected after Brexit....

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New system to ensure safety of self driving vehicles ahead of their sale

New system to ensure safety of self driving vehicles ahead of their sale

Wednesday, 04 September 2019

Pioneering new safety regime for self-driving vehicles...

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Government pledges £30 million to bolster ports for Brexit

Government pledges £30 million to bolster ports for Brexit

Friday, 30 August 2019

Funding to ensure that trade continues to flow smoothly at UK ports after 31 October 2019....

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People with hidden disabilities can access Blue Badges for the first time from today

People with hidden disabilities can access Blue Badges for the first time from today

Thursday, 29 August 2019

Expanded eligibility and simplified application process for Blue Badges...

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Two improvements to ensure passengers get a better deal on rail fares

Two improvements to ensure passengers get a better deal on rail fares

Thursday, 29 August 2019

Contactless payments and smart ticketing to improve customer experience....

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Artificial Intelligence to end future holiday jams caused by roadworks

Artificial Intelligence to end future holiday jams caused by roadworks

Sunday, 25 August 2019

Navigational apps powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) will help drivers to plan trips....

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City of Derry Airport and London flights to strengthen ties across the UK

City of Derry Airport and London flights to strengthen ties across the UK

Friday, 23 August 2019

Air route will boost trade and travel opportunities and secure jobs in Derry-Londonderry...

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New funding for academic innovations in aviation security

New funding for academic innovations in aviation security

Friday, 23 August 2019

Industrial PhD Partnership grants will allow universities in collaboration with industry to conduct significant research into the future of aviation s...

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Revised road closure guidance to boost children's outdoor play

Revised road closure guidance to boost children's outdoor play

Friday, 23 August 2019

Easier process to create ‘play streets’ for community events....

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Government announces independent review into HS2 programme

Government announces independent review into HS2 programme

Wednesday, 21 August 2019

Terms of reference and timetable for independent review of HS2 released. ...

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West Coast marks new partnership model for rail

West Coast marks new partnership model for rail

Wednesday, 14 August 2019

New trains, more seats, simplified fares and more frequent services on the West Coast Main Line....

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Over one million people to save hundreds, as new 16 17 Saver launches, cutting cost of rail travel for teenagers

Over one million people to save hundreds, as new 16 17 Saver launches, cutting cost of rail travel for teenagers

Tuesday, 13 August 2019

New 16-17 Saver guarantees half-price rail travel for young people....

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Government doubles funding for on street electric car charging

Government doubles funding for on street electric car charging

Sunday, 11 August 2019

Additional £2.5 million for chargepoints on residential streets....

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£24 million to beat rush hour traffic in Wokingham approved

£24 million to beat rush hour traffic in Wokingham approved

Friday, 02 August 2019

New development to reduce congestion, boost employment and promote greener forms of travel....

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Government sets out vision for a safe and biodiverse railway lineside

Government sets out vision for a safe and biodiverse railway lineside

Tuesday, 23 July 2019

Network Rail strategy to protect and enhance the UK’s lineside environment released....

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UK government transforming South Wales rail network

UK government transforming South Wales rail network

Monday, 22 July 2019

Up to £58 million to upgrade Cardiff Central Station....

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Rail Minister visits zero emission technology driving the future of railways

Rail Minister visits zero emission technology driving the future of railways

Sunday, 21 July 2019

Rail decarbonising commitment reiterated by rail minister Andrew Jones....

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