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TfN achieves historic statutory status 05/04/2018 The chairman of England’s first sub-national transport body to achieve statutory status has hailed ‘a watershed moment for devolution’ and a once in a generation opportunity to improve transport in the North.
UK and Michigan to cooperate on transport tech 23/04/2018 The Governor of Michigan, Rick Snyder, has used a trip to London to sign a memorandum of understanding with the British Government to strengthen bilateral cooperation across their respective automotive and technology sectors.
Grayling hands STBs £2m to develop transport plans 09/05/2018 Ministers have given two sub-national transport bodies £2m to develop their transport strategies.
WebTAG update sees raft of changes 21/05/2018 The Government's WebTAG transport analysis guidance sees a batch of significant updates this month, including changes covering rail demand forecasting, the wider economic impacts of transport schemes and the economic impact of air pollution.
Councils told to 'join the conversation' on roads revolution 22/05/2018 The Local Government Association (LGA) has urged councils to grasp the opportunities offered by the technological revolution in road transport, warning that decisions taken now could have a ‘profound effect' on communities of the future.
'Not very joined up': MPs and transport chiefs slam pollution plan 24/05/2018 Senior politicians and transport experts have criticised the Government’s latest clean air strategy for what they saw as a failure to tackle emissions from transport.
Midlands Connect makes 'statement of intent' with motorways plan 06/06/2018 The sub-national transport body for the Midlands has published what it calls a ‘bold, long-term vision’ to cut congestion on the region’s motorways, including a possible new strategic route linking the M5 and the M6.
Khan confirms 2021 ULEZ expansion 08/06/2018 London mayor Sadiq Khan has confirmed that his Ultra- Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be expanded up to the North and South Circular roads from autumn 2021.
Councils urged to set up 'Energy Boards' to roll-out charging infrastructure 08/06/2018 Local authorities have been urged to set up ‘Energy Boards’ and appoint an electric vehicle champion in a new guide out today.
Council criticised for Oxford Street pedestrianisation U-turn 08/06/2018 Westminster City Council has defended itself against accusations it has ‘betrayed’ Londoners with its decision not to make Oxford Street a traffic-free area.
Fines for emissions cheats but new cars still over NOX limits 11/06/2018 Ministers have announced fines of up to £50,000 per vehicle if carmakers supply vehicles designed to cheat emissions tests, but research has found that new cars are still producing more pollution than allowed by official standards.
New event looks to connected and autonomous future 11/07/2018 A new event that brings together global experts in connected and autonomous vehicles with live demonstrations has been set up to assess the latest developments and debate and discuss the way forward, with future trials and research across the world, including in Scotland.
The ITS (UK) Summit 2018 – where the technology meets the road 18/07/2018 A new event aimed at debating and discussing how ITS strategies and technology can help solve challenges on the road network will bring together all the relevant stakeholders involved with planning, managing and delivering change.
FiveAI begins data gathering ahead of London passenger AV trial 14/08/2018 A UK company developing technology for driverless vehicles has started data gathering in two London boroughs as part of its plan to trial a shared driverless passenger service in London next year.
ADEPT invites bids for £25m digital innovation programme 16/08/2018 Council directors’ body ADEPT is inviting members to submit applications to a £25m project designed to bring digital innovation to local roads.
Councils 'need to up the pace' on electric vehicle charging points 10/09/2018 Some London councils are acting too slowly over the roll-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging points, one of the ‘big six’ energy companies has said.
Traffex Road Expo Scotland speakers announced 19/09/2018 The seminar programme for Scotland's largest free conference and exhibition dedicated to traffic, transport and infrastructure, Traffex Road Expo Scotland, is rapidly taking shape.
Bristol edges slowly towards congestion charges 03/10/2018 Bristol City Council has published a draft transport strategy that includes a mass transit scheme, as well as possible congestion and workplace parking charges.
Edinburgh takes fast approach to EV charging with £3.3m plan 03/10/2018 Councillors in Edinburgh have approved a £3.3m plan to introduce a ‘strategic, citywide network of electric vehicle (EV) charging points’..
New CAV event to hear about 'snowtonomous driving' 03/10/2018 The director of Finland’s intelligent road project will be a key speaker at a two-day conference and demonstration on connected and autonomous vehicles (CAV) in Edinburgh at the end of this month.
Rail man Larkinson takes temporary charge at the ORR 09/10/2018 The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has appointed John Larkinson, as interim chief executive as it seeks to replace Joanna Whittington on a permanent basis.
Phase out petrol and diesel by 2032, MPs say 22/10/2018 MPs on the Business Select Committee have called for the phase out of petrol and diesel vehicles to be brought forward by eight years.
Scotland 'has huge amount to offer CAV sector' 02/11/2018 Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV) have the potential to bring huge change to people's lives, Scotland’s transport secretary has said at a major industry event.
Jones returns to transport as Norman climbs DfT ladder 13/11/2018 Roads minister Jesse Norman has been promoted to minister of state at the Department for Transport (DfT), replacing Jo Johnson, who resigned last week over Brexit.
ITS Summit – are you on board? 19/11/2018 The ITS (UK) summit next week will feature speakers from near and far as well as what promises to be a lively debate on whether driverless vehicles should be seen as heroes or villains.
Highways England develops computer design and 'naked' roads 19/11/2018 Computer road design could take over a significant proportion of work from human consultants over the next decade, under Highways England's Rapid Engineering Model (REM), a senior figure has suggested.
Final MRN stuck in gridlock, DfT says 26/11/2018 Publication of the definitive major road network is imminent but stuck in a queue of government announcements, a senior Department for Transport official has said.