Transport News

Open Access Government’s Transport News section offers a wide range of articles within the transport sector. 

We cover up to date topics such as the progression of electric cars and the push for zero-emission cars. Policy and the changes in the Law on Transport along with articles on the department of transport and relevant updates are also available on our website.

Another popular topic included in this category is the transport infrastructure in ‘SMART’ cities and you can easily find information on shipping regulations. We also delve into European transport policies and aviation news.

Tougher emission standards for vehicles announced by the EC

The European Commission has revealed tougher standards for cars and vans in a bid to cut transport emissions and improve air quality… A new package...

Driving innovation in European transport

Maria Kelly Communications Officer at Shift2Rail outlines how the partnership aims to tackle the challenges of changing EU transport needs… Shift2Rail Joint Undertaking (S2R JU)...

Advancing technology – keeping our airports safe

With the amount of terror attacks taking place globally in recent months, it is safe to say that the importance of effective aviation security...

Herefordshire Council pays thousands in pothole compensation

Figures show more than £60,000 has been paid by Herefordshire Council in compensation due to potholes… A freedom of information request from the Hereford Times...

DfT launches £2m fund to improve roads with technology

Councils have been invited to apply for a slice of £2m funding to improve roads through new technology… The Department for Transport has launched a...
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London City Airport expansion given the green light

Ministers have approved plans to expand London City Airport, creating at least 1,600 new jobs and adding £1.5bn to the economy… Chancellor Philip Hammond, Transport...

Scottish road safety inspections benefit from geo-referencing technology

Roads in Scotland are set to benefit from new technology to improve safety inspections… A new 12 month contract has been awarded to Exeter-based RouteShoot...

HS2 gets thumbs up from new Transport Secretary

New Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has said he has no plans to stop the controversial HS2 project… Upon taking office Chris Grayling has made it...

Firms called upon to take-up HS2 opportunities

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has invited businesses to take advantage of the opportunities offered through HS2… Businesses are being encouraged to take advantage of the...

Councils offered share of £60m for sustainable travel

Councils have been invited by the government to apply for a share of a sustainable travel fund worth a total of £60m… A competition to...
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Public consultation into bus service cuts in Yorkshire

A public consultation is underway in the East Riding of Yorkshire to determine whether the council should cut subsidies for local bus services… East Riding...

DfT calls for HS2 to be scaled back

Spending watchdog the National Audit Office said the Department for Transport has called for High Speed 2 to be scaled back due to budget...
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Roadworks solution contest launched

A new £10,000 contest has been launched, aimed at finding a solution to reduce the inconvenience of roadworks… Tenshi, in conjuncture with Staffordshire County Council,...

Oxfordshire council investigates park and ride

A new study has been published that could see up to five new park and ride sites created across Oxfordshire… Oxfordshire County Council has published...
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Exeter cyclists to benefit from different speed routes

Following a public consultation that revealed commuters want a mix of quiet and fast routes, Devon County Council has approved plans to create both… Cycling...

European rail supply industry

Natasha Marie Levanti, Association for Consultancy and Engineering discusses the European rail supply industry and outlines what the new EU resolution means for...

Switzerland opens the world’s longest and deepest rail tunnel

After nearly two decades of construction the world’s longest and deepest rail tunnel has been officially opened in Switzerland… A 57km (35 mile) tunnel, boasting...
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£20.6m green transport fund announced by the government

The government has revealed £20.6m green transport funding for cycling and walking projects across the country… A £20.6m green transport fund will help to develop...
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Transport experts warn HS2 rail link is over-priced and will fail

Controversial HS2 will fail to achieve its objectives and is overpriced, warn transport experts… A group of transport experts have warned plans to create a...
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New bus Bill will improve journeys

A new Bill will give councils the power to deliver better journeys for passengers while reducing congestion during rush hour… A Bill designed to increase...

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