Highway Code rule update could allow some drivers to watch TV behind the wheel The rule is part of new measures surrounding self-driving cars proposed by the Department for Transport. Daily Record · Apr 20, 2022
Grant Shapps' 'cringe' rail ad mocked as scathing social media users call him a 'moron' In a newly released video Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced a new government policy slashing train fares, but not everyone was impressed by the promotional clip Daily Mirror · Apr 19, 2022
Trial of Extinction Rebellion co-founder delayed pending High Court judgment Gail Bradbrook, 49, appeared at Isleworth Crown Court on Tuesday accused of causing £27,500 in damage to the Department for Transport building. The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2022
Great British Rail Sale - all you need to know for cheapest fares Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said more than one million train tickets would be reduced this spring to help with cost of living crisis Wales Online · Apr 19, 2022
Great Rail Sale branded a 'headline grabbing gimmick' that won't help commuters Government-backed cheap train tickets do not apply to peak times, meaning most workers will still have to pay top prices for fares at a time when the cost of living is soaring Daily Mirror · Apr 19, 2022
British Rail sale: Destinations and dates included as one million train tickets reduced Officials said offering half-price train tickets was “one of the ways” the Government was helping to support families with the cost of living, having previously announced measures to defer energy costs and offer council tax discounts for some households Daily Mirror · Apr 19, 2022
Rail sale makes more than a million tickets half price The Department for Transport said the move would be a boost for UK tourism Evening Standard · Apr 19, 2022
Half-price sale on rail fares announced to help with cost-of-living pressures The Department for Transport said the move would be a boost for UK tourism. The Independent UK · Apr 18, 2022
Railway revolution as 34 new train stations could open across UK - see full list All over the UK new stations are in the pipeline. From under construction to just a twinkle in city planners' eyes, these projects will transform their local area. Daily Mirror · Apr 18, 2022
List of 35 new train stations and wish list schemes leading the UK railway upgrade Here is a rundown on the latest rail station developments currently underway with details of schemes that local leaders say will transform the economy if they get built. Birmingham Post · Apr 17, 2022
easyJet boss explains cancellations after airline axes hundreds of flights during Easter holidays The chief executive of easyJet said cancellations were partly a result of Department of Transport delays. Daily Record · Apr 12, 2022
Airport chaos could remain for another year amid staff shortage, experts warn ‘It is going to take at least the next 12 months for the industry vacancy-wise to settle down,’ says airport recruiter The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2022
Accounting watchdog investigates Deloitte over Go-Ahead audits Deloitte says it will cooperate with FRC investigation after Go-Ahead was embroiled in accounting scandal The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2022
Scrapping controversial HS2 branch would ‘jeopardise’ Wigan's future and impact ‘already fragile’ economy Wigan Council's leader has written to the Transport Secretary for clarification after Sir Graham Brady claimed he’d had ‘assurances’ the Golborne Spur will not go ahead. Manchester Evening News · Apr 11, 2022
Liverpool Echo · Apr 11, 2022 Councillors attack Department for Transport over Rimrose Valley plans Campaigners said 'communities won’t be fooled by word games'
Manchester Evening News · Apr 7, 2022 Controversial £3bn HS2 link to be scrapped, says Sir Graham Brady The Altrincham and Sale West MP said Grant Shapps had told him the Golborne Link would be dropped
Wales Online · Apr 7, 2022 Holidaymakers facing airport nightmares this Easter while rail users have their pick of seats Families who choose to take a domestic holiday are likely to have a far more relaxing journey
Manchester Evening News · Apr 7, 2022 Calls made to ban cyclists and e-scooter riders from using mobile phones Cyclists can be prosecuted for careless or dangerous cycling with a fine of up to £2,500
The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2022 New signs at level crossings as home delivery surge prompts safety fears The Department for Transport said there was ‘room for improvement’ in the clarity of signage at private level crossings.
Manchester Evening News · Apr 6, 2022 The transport funding Greater Manchester asked for and what it actually got Mayor Andy Burnham welcomed the government's announcement this week, but said Greater Manchester got half of what it asked for
Birmingham Post · Apr 6, 2022 Work to start on major West Midlands transport projects as £1.3bn investment programme confirmed The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed a £1bn grant to transform road, bus, rail, tram, cycling and walking infrastructure across the West Midlands
Liverpool Echo · Apr 5, 2022 City region allocated just £12m government bus funding after bidding for £667m The bus funding is said to be a key part of the Government's plan to level up transport outside London
Manchester Evening News · Apr 4, 2022 Andy Burnham warns bus services could get WORSE as Greater Manchester only receives half the funding The mayor has welcomed the funding, but it was half of what he asked for
Nottingham Post · Apr 4, 2022 Yellow box warning as motorists could be fined by councils under new rules The RAC has criticised the potential changes
Manchester Evening News · Apr 2, 2022 'Avalanche' of fines set to hit drivers as councils get new yellow box powers Councils will be able to fine drivers for smaller offences like breaching yellow box junctions and dodgy turns