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Crossrail rolling stock and depot contract to be awarded to Bombardier

Crossrail rolling stock and depot contract to be awarded to Bombardier

Thursday, 06 February 2014

65 trains to be built in Derby, with over 1,000 jobs and around 100 apprenticeships supported in the UK....

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Caledonian Conversations dinner

Caledonian Conversations dinner

Wednesday, 05 February 2014

Patrick McLoughlin argues that a "no" vote in September’s referendum will secure transport benefits for Scotland....

UK Chamber of Shipping: annual dinner

UK Chamber of Shipping: annual dinner

Tuesday, 04 February 2014

Britain’s world class maritime sector is open for business and confirms dates for London International Shipping Week 2015....

Yorkshire benefits from multi million pound transport schemes

Yorkshire benefits from multi million pound transport schemes

Monday, 03 February 2014

Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin officially opens Wakefield Westgate’s new £8.6 million train station during tour of region....

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Red Tape cuts set to save another £54 million

Red Tape cuts set to save another £54 million

Wednesday, 29 January 2014

£54 million saved by cutting unnecessary rules plus additional initiatives for professional drivers and freight operators announced. ...

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New state of the art passenger train unveiled

New state of the art passenger train unveiled

Tuesday, 28 January 2014

A new electric Class 700 train is set to improve the travel experience for passengers and boost the economy....

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HS2 Manchester Civic Society address

HS2 Manchester Civic Society address

Friday, 24 January 2014

Explains how HS2 will be an engine for growth in Manchester and across the north west....

Wheels 2 Work annual conference

Wheels 2 Work annual conference

Wednesday, 22 January 2014

Robert Goodwill welcomes the Wheels 2 Work handbook and encourages councils to consider Wheels 2 Work schemes when bidding for funding....

Supreme Court dismisses all appeals against HS2

Supreme Court dismisses all appeals against HS2

Wednesday, 22 January 2014

Appeals against HS2 have been unanimously dismissed by the Supreme Court....

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Study seeking better roads for East Anglia to include the A12 between Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft

Study seeking better roads for East Anglia to include the A12 between Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft

Friday, 17 January 2014

A47 improvement study to include A12 between Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. ...

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Shortlist for new InterCity East Coast rail services

Shortlist for new InterCity East Coast rail services

Friday, 17 January 2014

Potential operators of the new East Coast franchise announced....

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National Roads Policing Conference 2014

National Roads Policing Conference 2014

Thursday, 16 January 2014

Patrick McLoughlin announces help for the Police to tackle Drug Driving and other steps to improve road safety. ...

HS2 Growth Taskforce comes to Liverpool to secure maximum boost for region's economy

HS2 Growth Taskforce comes to Liverpool to secure maximum boost for region's economy

Wednesday, 08 January 2014

The Taskforce meets leading figures in Liverpool to ensure the economic benefits of high speed rail are maximised....

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Rail fare rises lowest in a decade

Rail fare rises lowest in a decade

Thursday, 02 January 2014

Government driving biggest programme of rail modernisation ever....

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More people choosing greener journeys

More people choosing greener journeys

Tuesday, 31 December 2013

Make it your New Year's resolution to join in. ...

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Freight industry delivers festive cheer to millions

Freight industry delivers festive cheer to millions

Tuesday, 24 December 2013

Freight is an essential part of Britain’s economy with billions of tonnes of goods delivered each year....

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Government backs smartphone app to pinpoint potholes

Government backs smartphone app to pinpoint potholes

Tuesday, 24 December 2013

DfT pledges cash to enable CTC, the National Cycling Charity to revamp it's 'Fill that hole' website and develop a new potholes app....

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£78 million for local sustainable transport schemes

£78 million for local sustainable transport schemes

Monday, 23 December 2013

Local authorities invited to bid for part of over £78 million transport fund....

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Powerful new THINK! film shows effects of alcohol the morning after drinking

Powerful new THINK! film shows effects of alcohol the morning after drinking

Friday, 20 December 2013

A new video has launched to highlight the dangers of driving the morning after drinking....

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Smarter technology making transport cleaner, greener and more accessible

Smarter technology making transport cleaner, greener and more accessible

Wednesday, 18 December 2013

Speech regarding modern technology and solving transport problems, includes Local Sustainable Transport Fund, Smart Cities and Open Data....

Government welcomes Airports Commission interim report

Government welcomes Airports Commission interim report

Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Airport Commission interim report published....

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Government approves low level lights to boost cyclists’ safety

Government approves low level lights to boost cyclists’ safety

Friday, 13 December 2013

Low-level lights are set to give cyclists improved, clearer signals....

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Road and rail projects to boost local and regional transport

Road and rail projects to boost local and regional transport

Friday, 13 December 2013

Congested local roads, key points in the strategic road network and rail electrification schemes are set to benefit from funding....

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HS2 Growth Taskforce meets key figures from London to maximise high speed rail benefits

HS2 Growth Taskforce meets key figures from London to maximise high speed rail benefits

Friday, 13 December 2013

As part of a series of UK-wide visits, HS2 Growth Taskforce is meeting key figures in London....

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Transport Statistics Great Britain 2013 video

Transport Statistics Great Britain 2013 video

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Video conveying facts from the Transport Statistics Great Britain 2013....

New green fuels in the spotlight

New green fuels in the spotlight

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Views sought on low-carbon fuels for transport...

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Green light for Kenilworth Station

Green light for Kenilworth Station

Thursday, 12 December 2013

A new station in Kenilworth has been given full final approval and paves the way for new local services....

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Government rules out option for Lower Thames crossing

Government rules out option for Lower Thames crossing

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Lower Thames crossing, A2 Swanscombe Peninsula with A1089, option dropped by government....

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THINK! drink drive campaign wins prestigious award

THINK! drink drive campaign wins prestigious award

Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Prince Michael International Road Safety Premier Award presented to the government's THINK! campaign....

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Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards address

Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards address

Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Speech highlighting the importance of road safety and the success of the THINK! and SHARP campaigns which were recognised for awards....

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