#transport-policy

#transport-policy

Truck drivers will be required to pass English literacy tests to improve road safety.

Lowering the urban speed limit to 20mph in Wales has resulted in significant reductions in road casualties, though data requires further confirmation.

New speed limits on Irish roads aim to enhance safety by reducing maximum speeds.

€713 million investment in regional and local roads aims to enhance infrastructure and connectivity following the Green Party's exit from government.

Barnet Council is investigating potential 20mph speed limits on two roads due to speeding concerns raised by residents.

Tesla's Parental Controls feature receives high praise for its potential to improve road safety.

Berlin's mayor advocates for knife bans on public transport to improve safety after a recent fatal stabbing incident.

Berlin is increasing speed limits on main roads to 50km/h from 30km/h this year.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves believes in responsible spending but has not ruled out possible future tax increases while asserting current plans don't need adjustments.

Two east London rail firms, c2c and Greater Anglia, will be nationalised next year as part of a larger shift towards public ownership of rail services.

The UK government aims to reduce driving test waiting times from over five months to seven weeks by summer 2026.

The UK government is reviewing rail fare prosecutions to protect passengers from undue penalties for unintentional ticketing errors.

High train fares deter nearly half of British travelers from using rail services, highlighting an urgent need for fare regulation.

Louise Haigh to launch a bus service revolution reflecting Labour's socialist agenda in response to Conservative transport failures.

Wales plans to establish a public-controlled bus network similar to London's, requiring substantial funding for operation.

Increased penalty fines for fare dodging are reducing fare evasion on London's transport network.

Local transport authorities in England will gain control over bus services to enhance reliability and empower communities.

The UK government is boosting bus services with nearly 1 billion funding focused on need and deprivation, enhancing accessibility and frequency.

New rules require councils to publish pothole fixing reports or risk funding cuts.

Additional funding announced to tackle pothole issues in the UK.

Councils must demonstrate pothole repairs to retain funding, as government enforces accountability on road maintenance.

Pothole compensation claims in the UK have doubled in 2023, signaling a significant issue with local road conditions.

London boroughs, including Havering, will see a 30% increase in parking fines starting April 7.

Higher level parking fines will reach £160 for band A and £140 for band B.

NTSB recommends vulnerability assessments for 68 bridges across 19 states after Key Bridge collapse.

Extending HS2 to Euston and Crewe could save the government money long-term by creating valuable rail concessions.

The Ontario Progressive Conservatives propose a GO Transit expansion focused on a midtown Toronto line, but its feasibility is questioned.

Decision on the Lower Thames Crossing delayed until May 2025 for further consideration amid ongoing spending reviews.

Croydon drivers paid the highest Ulez fees, highlighting significant financial impacts before the zone's expansion in outer London.

The government expects London to raise transport fares by nearly five percent as part of future funding negotiations.

TfL is taking a dual approach to manage dockless bikes by enhancing enforcement and creating more designated parking spaces.

The EU aims to double high-speed rail connections by 2030 to cut air travel carbon emissions.

The new HS2 station at Old Oak Common must ensure full accessibility for all passengers, especially those with disabilities.

Euston station is crucial for HS2, with plans for a tunnel link to Old Oak Common under consideration.

Governments often prioritize road-building despite evident negative impacts on health and the environment, questioning its economic justification.

Rachel Reeves supports Heathrow's third runway for environmental benefits and economic growth.

The introduction of a yellow card system is suggested to ensure fairness in ticketing and address the issue of minor fare evasion prosecutions.

The government is developing a unified railway ticketing website to simplify train ticket purchases across England.

Campaign groups are urging the government to regulate Low Traffic Neighbourhoods to ensure they have local community support.

Bromley Council improperly suspended a child's transport without discussion, violating their own policies.

South Western Railway will be the first train operator nationalized under the Labour government, taking control in May.

Labour's planned cancellation of rail projects poses a setback for transport expansion in the UK amidst significant budget constraints.

Keir Starmer publicly criticized Louise Haigh, highlighting government rifts and consequences of her statements on P&O's employment practices.

Louise Haigh successfully negotiated to keep bus fares capped at £3 until 2025, resolutely battling against steep fare increases.

Local authorities in the UK will soon have greater powers to control and operate bus services, reversing years of deregulation.

Transport Secretary Haigh supports local authorities' 20mph limits despite 70% public opposition, urging a shift from previous controversial policies.