#transport-policy

#transport-policy

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

Local communities should decide on road safety measures, with government support for local councils.

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

Changes in learner permit policy may overwhelm the driving test system, necessitating a return to service-level agreements before any alterations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Campaign groups are urging the government to reconsider road building plans, advocating for a shift in funding towards rail and public transport projects.

Extension of HS2 to Euston is being considered to avoid inconvenience for passengers transferring from Old Oak Common.

Funding challenges and past government commitments complicate the HS2 project and its future.

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

Three private train companies in the London commuter belt will transition to public control, enhancing reliability and customer focus.

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

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

UK plans to ban the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030, focusing on transitioning to zero-emission vehicles.

The UK government plans to phase out new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 to clarify pathways for vehicle manufacturers and support electric vehicle uptake.

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.

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

A yellow card system for first-time offenders seeks to prevent unfair punishments for honest mistakes in ticketing.

Labour's transport policy supports local decision-making on transport initiatives, marking a shift towards community empowerment.

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.

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

Tube fares are likely to increase by almost 5% as a funding condition from the Government to Transport for London.

New tolls on tunnels may hinder recruitment and retention of prison staff at HMP Belmarsh and surrounding facilities.

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.

George Osborne supports HS2 light as a crucial investment to reconnect the Midlands and enhance economic growth.

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.