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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Labour's HS2 plans confirmed by shadow transport secretary

Labour has no plans to resurrect HS2 despite capacity issues north of Birmingham.
The shadow transport secretary disputed claims of wanting to keep parts of the project between Birmingham and Crewe. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Hammersmith Bridge: Government pledges 3m for cycle lane but repair bill still unfunded

The Government allocated almost 3m for a new cycle lane on Hammersmith bridge, expected to open by November.
Transport Secretary Mark Harper reiterated the Government's commitment to fully reopening the bridge to cars and buses as soon as possible. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Bakerloo line extension 'vital to Lewisham's growth' and would 'slash journey times'

Travel times could halve from Lewisham to Piccadilly Circus and cut time from Catford Bridge to Oxford Circus.
Lengthening the Bakerloo line could support 100,000 new homes, 10,000 jobs, and boost the UK economy by 1.5 billion yearly. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Northern Line station to shut for six months with 10-day Edgware branch part-closure

Colindale Station on the Northern line will be closed for six months for a major capacity upgrade.
The upgrade is being funded by the Government's Levelling Up Fund, Barnet council, developers, and TfL. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

What is Labour's 28bn green plan and could it be shelved?

Labour's proposed green prosperity plan would commit 28bn a year to kickstart the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy.
The plan includes boosting renewable energy, insulating homes, improving transport infrastructure, fostering low-carbon industries, and helping fossil fuel-reliant industries transition to net zero.
The 28bn figure has been criticized by the Tories, who claim it would require higher taxes, but economists argue that it can be funded without raising taxes and seen as an investment. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France politics

Paris transport 'will not be ready' for Olympics, Mayor Hidalgo says

The transport system in Paris will not be ready for the 2024 Olympic Games, according to the city's mayor.
Commuters and tourists have been complaining about poor frequency, overcrowding, and uncleanliness in Paris's transport infrastructure.
Political opponents have criticized the mayor for her handling of the situation and accused her of not being present at committee meetings. [ more ]
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