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Four more EV models qualify for £3,750 discount under Electric Car Grant as government pumps an extra £1.5 billion into the switch to electric

Four more EV models qualify for £3,750 discount under Electric Car Grant as government pumps an extra £1.5 billion into the switch to electric

Wednesday, 03 December 2025

Government doubles the number of models available for the top ECG discount....

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Professor Patricia Thornley appointed as new DfT Chief Scientific Adviser

Professor Patricia Thornley appointed as new DfT Chief Scientific Adviser

Tuesday, 02 December 2025

Professor Patricia Thornley brings extensive expertise across sustainable energy and clean transport, ensuring science advice is vital to decision-mak...

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Alex Hynes named as new CEO of DfT Operator

Alex Hynes named as new CEO of DfT Operator

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Alex Hynes appointed CEO of DFTO to lead rail reform, as more operators move into public ownership ahead of Great British Railways launch....

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New national standards on taxi licensing proposed to protect passengers

New national standards on taxi licensing proposed to protect passengers

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Standards will see all drivers, vehicles and operators subject to robust checks and requirements on safety and accessibility across England. ...

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Heathrow Airport Limited’s third runway proposal will be basis for expansion

Heathrow Airport Limited’s third runway proposal will be basis for expansion

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

Decisive action on third runway to support trade, tourism and hundreds of thousands of jobs....

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THINK! launches first drug driving campaign in a decade

THINK! launches first drug driving campaign in a decade

Monday, 24 November 2025

We’re determined to tackle this growing issue as part of our upcoming Road Safety Strategy, which will set out how we make our roads safer for everyon...

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New Sunderland made Nissan LEAF qualifies for £3,750 discount under government’s EV grant in a boost for North East manufacturing

New Sunderland made Nissan LEAF qualifies for £3,750 discount under government’s EV grant in a boost for North East manufacturing

Friday, 21 November 2025

There are now 39 models of electric vehicles eligible for the Electric Car Grant....

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East West Rail unveils next phase for Oxford Cambridge growth

East West Rail unveils next phase for Oxford Cambridge growth

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

East West Rail confirms next phase of construction, boosting Oxford-Cambridge links with more frequent trains, new stations and major economic growth....

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Simpler train travel to London airports as tap in, tap out expanded across south east England

Simpler train travel to London airports as tap in, tap out expanded across south east England

Monday, 17 November 2025

Buying tickets will be more convenient, more accessible and more flexible, ensuring passengers can get the best fares....

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Mirror, signal, manoeuvres: Military driving examiners mobilised to cut test backlog

Mirror, signal, manoeuvres: Military driving examiners mobilised to cut test backlog

Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Partnership with the Ministry of Defence will see 36 defence driving examiners provide thousands of additional tests over the next year....

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Transport Secretary meets Huntingdon attack rail staff and first responders

Transport Secretary meets Huntingdon attack rail staff and first responders

Friday, 07 November 2025

Quick thinking and selfless responses undoubtedly saved lives....

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Journey to Great British Railways gathers steam with landmark legislation

Journey to Great British Railways gathers steam with landmark legislation

Tuesday, 04 November 2025

Bill includes fare and ticketing reform and a strengthened passenger watchdog to create a better, more inclusive railway for all. ...

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Innovative rail ticket technology trial expands across the North

Innovative rail ticket technology trial expands across the North

Monday, 03 November 2025

Passengers can sign up for the rail digital ticketing trials on Northern's website. ...

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£10 million for cutting edge tech to help futureproof England’s electric vehicle chargepoint supply and keep drivers moving

£10 million for cutting edge tech to help futureproof England’s electric vehicle chargepoint supply and keep drivers moving

Monday, 03 November 2025

Companies have until 25 March 2026 to apply for the funding....

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Public electric vehicle chargepoints surge 23% in just one year

Public electric vehicle chargepoints surge 23% in just one year

Thursday, 30 October 2025

There are now over 86,000 chargers on Britain’s roads, making it easier than ever for drivers to charge up and go. ...

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Major Vietnamese investment announced to boost British aerospace sector

Major Vietnamese investment announced to boost British aerospace sector

Thursday, 30 October 2025

Wings for 100 aircraft for Vietjet will be designed in Bristol and made in North Wales, supporting thousands of jobs and boosting the UK's economy. ...

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Government looks to slash red tape to make charging electric vehicles at home easier

Government looks to slash red tape to make charging electric vehicles at home easier

Wednesday, 29 October 2025

Reforms will open up affordable home charging to thousands more households...

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New era of better buses: Landmark Bus Bill becomes law

New era of better buses: Landmark Bus Bill becomes law

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

The Bus Services Act will make it easier for local leaders to take control of their buses and put passengers first....

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New Beaulieu Park station pulls in ahead of schedule thanks to £141 million government investment

New Beaulieu Park station pulls in ahead of schedule thanks to £141 million government investment

Monday, 27 October 2025

New station will unlock thousands of new houses and create over 2,000 jobs in the East of England. ...

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Pedal Power: Local Transport Minister saddles up with Oxfordshire Fire Service to get children active

Pedal Power: Local Transport Minister saddles up with Oxfordshire Fire Service to get children active

Friday, 24 October 2025

Bikeability scheme will help children gain confidence with cycling, while reducing carbon emissions and easing pressure on our NHS. ...

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Plans for Heathrow expansion accelerate as Transport Secretary unveils next steps

Plans for Heathrow expansion accelerate as Transport Secretary unveils next steps

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

Enabling Heathrow expansion will drive economic growth and create jobs across the country....

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Two decades of improving railway safety

Two decades of improving railway safety

Friday, 17 October 2025

Today, 17 October 2025, RAIB marks 20 years of independently investigating accidents and incidents on the UK railway....

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Half of rail operators publicly owned with Greater Anglia onboard

Half of rail operators publicly owned with Greater Anglia onboard

Thursday, 09 October 2025

Greater Anglia's rail services will become the third to enter public ownership on Sunday 12 October 2025....

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Government launches £1 million competition to take active travel innovation  to the next level

Government launches £1 million competition to take active travel innovation to the next level

Sunday, 05 October 2025

Organisations and businesses can bid for a share of £1 million funding to help them deliver initiatives that enable more people to walk, wheel or cycl...

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Over £4 million government backing for next gen aviation technology projects

Over £4 million government backing for next gen aviation technology projects

Sunday, 28 September 2025

Winning projects will help build a greener and more efficient transport system while supporting high-quality jobs across the UK. ...

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Cutting edge rail ticket technology trials launch in the North

Cutting edge rail ticket technology trials launch in the North

Sunday, 28 September 2025

Passengers can now sign up for Northern Train's digital ticketing trial. ...

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Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

Friday, 26 September 2025

West Midlands Trains, Govia Thameslink Railway, Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways set to integrate into Great British Railways. ...

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Calling all aviators! Government launches applications for next round of DfT aviation ambassadors

Calling all aviators! Government launches applications for next round of DfT aviation ambassadors

Sunday, 21 September 2025

Submit your application to become an aviation ambassador by 10 October 2025. ...

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New look, same message: ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’

New look, same message: ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’

Monday, 15 September 2025

New design makes the British Transport Police’s 61016 number clearer plus additional funding for CCTV at railway stations....

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More than £1.1 billion investment to boost growth, jobs and skills in UK’s coastal towns and cities

More than £1.1 billion investment to boost growth, jobs and skills in UK’s coastal towns and cities

Sunday, 14 September 2025

Funding will help businesses and academia develop real-life technology that reduces carbon emissions from shipping....

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