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- Latest news28 Jul
Consultation launched to shape future of Oxford-Cambridge Arc
Oxford-Cambridge Arc residents are being given the opportunity to contribute to the long-term development of the area as part of a Government consultation.
- Latest news28 Jul
Government launches consultation on street safety measures
The Government has launched a consultation to help design streets which improve personal safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Latest news28 Jul
E-scooters replace 370,000 car trips in West of England trial
E-scooters have replaced an estimated 370,000 car trips and saved 200 tonnes of CO2 emissions in the West of England, according to operator Voi.
- UK28 Jul
Mental health travel barriers – we need more people
Unmanned rail stations or bus drivers lacking empathy are among the numerous reasons those with mental health problems may avoid travel
- Latest news27 Jul
Government announces £20m for zero-emission road freight projects
The Government has announced a £20 million fund for zero-emission road freight projects, including feasibility studies into electric road systems and hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
- Latest news27 Jul
Government must fix EV charging ‘postcode lottery’, says CMA
Some parts of UK’s charging infrastructure are facing problems which could impact 2030 ICE ban and net zero, Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) warns.
- Latest news22 Jul
E-scooters predicted to be involved in up to 200,000 accidents
E-scooters could be involved in up to 200,000 accidents by the end of 2021, according to researchers.
- Latest news22 Jul
Government is ‘overlooking’ CNG, warns leading provider
Too much emphasis is being placed on electric HGVs when operators could achieve carbon negative with compressed biomethane (Bio-CNG), provider says.
- Latest news22 Jul
Two-thirds say transport decarbonisation policies won't meet net zero
Four in five (80%) believe decarbonisation of UK road transport by 2050 is possible, but two thirds (66%) say policies are ‘not enough’, Zemo Partnership survey finds.
- Latest news20 Jul
Support package announced for haulage sector
A package of measures to help tackle the heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver shortage has been announced by the Government.
- Latest news20 Jul
£50m for zero emission buses in Scotland
The Scottish Government has launched the first £50 million phase of a new Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund (ScotZEB).
- Latest news19 Jul
£56m funding to support light rail services
Light rail operators have been granted up to £56 million in government funding to help run services as coronavirus (Covid-19) restrictions are lifted.
- Latest news19 Jul
EU targets 55% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030
The EU has set a target of banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 as part of its Fit for 55 decarbonisation plan.
- Latest news15 Jul
Face masks to remain compulsory on London transport
Passengers will still need to wear face coverings on London's Tube, bus, tram, DLR, Overground and TfL Rail when Covid-19 restrictions are lifted on July 19.
- Reports15 Jul
Decarbonising transport: A better, greener Britain
This plan sets out the Government’s commitments and the actions needed to decarbonise the entire transport system in the UK.
- Latest news15 Jul
Winners of 2021 Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards announced
The winners of this year's Amazon Everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards have been announced.
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Government must fix EV charging ‘postcode lottery’, says CMA
Some parts of UK’s charging infrastructure are facing problems which could impact 2030 ICE ban and net zero, Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) warns.
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E-scooters predicted to be involved in up to 200,000 accidents
E-scooters could be involved in up to 200,000 accidents by the end of 2021, according to researchers.
Government is ‘overlooking’ CNG, warns leading provider
Too much emphasis is being placed on electric HGVs when operators could achieve carbon negative with compressed biomethane (Bio-CNG), provider says.
