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We are building a world class transport system for London

We are building a world class transport system for London

Thursday, 17 September 2015

Transport investment is keeping London mobile and equipping the city for the challenges of the future....

HS2: from debate to delivery

HS2: from debate to delivery

Wednesday, 16 September 2015

The debate about whether to build HS2 is over; now we must discuss delivery....

Better journeys for East Midlands rail passengers as government confirms new deal

Better journeys for East Midlands rail passengers as government confirms new deal

Wednesday, 16 September 2015

New franchise for East Midlands Trains will see £13 million of investment in journey improvements....

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Building the maritime workforce of the future

Building the maritime workforce of the future

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

With sea trade expected to grow, the need for a highly skilled workforce has never been greater....

Designing the cycling revolution

Designing the cycling revolution

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

Transport minister recognises innovation in cycle planning....

Transport Minister opens Wakefield Kirkgate station

Transport Minister opens Wakefield Kirkgate station

Monday, 14 September 2015

Andrew Jones celebrates completion of a £5.6 million station revamp....

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The week we welcomed world shipping to London

The week we welcomed world shipping to London

Friday, 11 September 2015

London International Shipping Week 2015 has been a celebration of the global maritime industry....

Britain is proud to stand tall with our international shipping partners

Britain is proud to stand tall with our international shipping partners

Friday, 11 September 2015

Together we can build a prosperous future for the shipping industry....

New proposals for Isle of Wight rail services announced

New proposals for Isle of Wight rail services announced

Thursday, 10 September 2015

Government outlines initial proposals for the future of the Island Line as part of next South Western rail franchise....

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Red Ensign Group: respected throughout the world

Red Ensign Group: respected throughout the world

Thursday, 10 September 2015

As quality shipping registers joined under the British Flag, we possess collective strength....

Mersey Maritime reception

Mersey Maritime reception

Thursday, 10 September 2015

While the modern Port of Liverpool is receiving huge investment, historic maritime land is being regenerated. ...

Where shipping prospers it adds to the wealth of nations

Where shipping prospers it adds to the wealth of nations

Thursday, 10 September 2015

The best way we can support the shipping industry is by supporting the free operation of the market....

Speech to the Ports Industry Reception

Speech to the Ports Industry Reception

Thursday, 10 September 2015

As long as Britain remains a trading nation, the importance of our ports will only grow....

£5 million greener bus fund announced to tackle air pollution

£5 million greener bus fund announced to tackle air pollution

Thursday, 10 September 2015

Government announced competition so local authorities can fit emission-cutting technology and provide better journeys....

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New Non Executive Director for CAA

New Non Executive Director for CAA

Thursday, 10 September 2015

Dr Ashley Steel has been appointed as non-executive director at the Civil Aviation Authority....

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Buses form the backbone of our local transport network

Buses form the backbone of our local transport network

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

If the bus industry’s going to grow, we have to continue delivering for passengers....

Importance of the UK Ship Register

Importance of the UK Ship Register

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

A successful, commercially focused UK Ship Register can support the growth of our maritime sector....

Welcome to London International Shipping Week 2015

Welcome to London International Shipping Week 2015

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

As we share London with the world this week, we have every right to be confident in the future of world shipping....

Rail Minister renews pledge to tackle overcrowding on trains

Rail Minister renews pledge to tackle overcrowding on trains

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

The government and rail industry continue to deliver capacity-boosting measures, as latest crowding statistics published....

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Winners from £25 million prize to develop greener fuel technology announced

Winners from £25 million prize to develop greener fuel technology announced

Monday, 07 September 2015

Whisky, forestry and household by-products to be turned into transport fuel at 3 new plants in England and Scotland....

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Edinburgh firm wins £11 million share of UK government prize to develop greener fuel technology

Edinburgh firm wins £11 million share of UK government prize to develop greener fuel technology

Monday, 07 September 2015

Whisky by-product to be turned into transport fuel at new plant in Scotland....

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Transport minister encourages people to get on their bike for Cycle to Work Day

Transport minister encourages people to get on their bike for Cycle to Work Day

Wednesday, 02 September 2015

Robert Goodwill wants to see more people enjoy the benefits of pedalling to work....

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Rail Minister tours Great Western electrification works

Rail Minister tours Great Western electrification works

Wednesday, 26 August 2015

Claire Perry visits Bath to see how improvement works to prepare railway for electrification are progressing....

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Building apprenticeships in transport sector at heart of government infrastructure investment plans

Building apprenticeships in transport sector at heart of government infrastructure investment plans

Thursday, 20 August 2015

Government to work with industry to create more than 30,000 apprenticeships in the road and rail sector this Parliament....

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Shortlist for new regional air route funding announced

Shortlist for new regional air route funding announced

Thursday, 20 August 2015

Bids from 15 smaller airports across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland to be considered for awards....

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Earnings outstrip rail fare increases for first time in a decade

Earnings outstrip rail fare increases for first time in a decade

Tuesday, 18 August 2015

A better deal for passengers as government action means regulated fares are set at inflation (RPI) of 1% for 2016....

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Government starts sale of its investment in King’s Cross Central development

Government starts sale of its investment in King’s Cross Central development

Monday, 17 August 2015

Sale begins of government’s stake in 67 acre development site around King’s Cross to help cut deficit and build strong economy....

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Government boost for Northern Powerhouse

Government boost for Northern Powerhouse

Monday, 10 August 2015

Blueprint showing how government investment in transport will help create the Northern Powerhouse is to be published today....

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Government boost for Northern Powerhouse: Sefton

Government boost for Northern Powerhouse: Sefton

Monday, 10 August 2015

Transport Secretary visits new Broom’s Cross Road in Sefton during visit to north of England....

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Government boost for Northern Powerhouse: Farnworth Tunnel

Government boost for Northern Powerhouse: Farnworth Tunnel

Monday, 10 August 2015

Transport Secretary sees Farnworth Tunnel improvements during visit to north of England....

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