Transport secretary meets with car industry to discuss 2030 petrol ban Heidi Alexander discusses ZEV Mandate and 2030 petrol and diesel car phase out in ‘constructive’ meeting The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025
Heathrow expansion will not deprive regions of jobs and flights, say ministers Mike Kane, whose portfolio includes aviation, said a third runway at the country’s biggest airport will boost productivity beyond London. Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025
Transport Secretary urged to name train after Margaret Thatcher Tory MP Sir Edward Leigh made the demand during Transport Questions in the Commons on Thursday. Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025
Transport Secretary puts ‘spades in the ground’ for tram extension Heidi Alexander marked the start of work to provide a tram service from Wednesbury to Brierly Hill in the West Midlands. Evening Standard · Feb 6, 2025
Could Gatwick’s second runway plans be hindered by public transport rules? Gatwick says the condition is ‘unnecessary, unreasonable and should not be imposed’ The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025
'Kills me': senior minister quits over car trip scandal NSW is looking for a new transport minister after Jo Haylen quit the ministry after using her government driver to ferry her around on personal, non-work trips. AAP · Feb 3, 2025
Railway fully reopened across Scotland following Storm Eowyn Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop praised Network Rail staff for working in ‘difficult circumstances’ to clear all routes. Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2025
The full list of English infrastructure projects backed by Rachel Reeves today Chancellor Rachel Reeves has supported a number of major infrastructure schemes in a speech on growth on Wednesday. The National (Scotland) · Jan 29, 2025
Five key announcements revealing what Rachel Reeves' growth plans mean for you Rachel Reeves has announced several major new projects today The Independent UK · Jan 29, 2025
Rachel Reeves backs 'badly needed' third Heathrow runway... and flies into row with Sadiq Khan Chancellor invites proposals for a third runway at Heathrow - but London Mayor Sadiq Khan says he ‘remains opposed’ to expansion Evening Standard · Jan 29, 2025
What are the infrastructure projects backed by Rachel Reeves? The expansion of Heathrow is among the schemes backed. The Independent UK · Jan 29, 2025
Slow gambling shift defended after bus, train ad ban As the push continues for a national ban on gambling advertisements, one state won't let the ads be plastered across its public transport network. AAP · Jan 28, 2025
Heathrow third runway plan faces 'major obstacles', Kemi Badenoch's transport chief warns Shadow transport secretary Gareth Bacon previously said the proposal to expand the west London airport would be ‘eye-wateringly expensive and environmentally calamitous’ Evening Standard · Jan 27, 2025
John Swinney calls for 'patience' during Storm Eowyn clear up works Swinney calls for ‘patience’ for Storm Eowyn clear up works JOHN Swinney has appealed for “patience” as essential works to restore power… The National (Scotland) · Jan 25, 2025
The National (Scotland) · Jan 23, 2025 Will Scottish bridges close ahead of Storm Eowyn? AMID a red weather warning for wind, transport agencies have confirmed the high wind limits with would force bridges across Scotland to close.
Evening Standard · Jan 23, 2025 Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander opposed third runway at Heathrow which Rachel Reeves appears to now back Exclusive: Heidi Alexander is the eighth Cabinet minister known to have objected to a bigger Heathrow, as has Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer
Evening Standard · Jan 22, 2025 Hammersmith Bridge could stay closed to vehicles until 2035, MP warns Putney MP Fleur Anderson has urged residents to write to the Department for Transport about the impact the closure is still having on their daily lives
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025 Private train firms should be 'embraced' for lower fares, report claims Most trains in Britain are run by operators either owned or paid management fees by the UK
Evening Standard · Jan 15, 2025 Wales to get rail funding boost after being ‘hard done by’, says First Minister Eluned Morgan, the First Minister of Wales, has announced Wales will get extra cash to fund rail projects.
Creative Bloq · Jan 11, 2025 The best typography of the 1950s, as chosen by experts Classic typefaces and lettering, from the era of Swiss Style.
International Business Times · Jan 11, 2025 South Korea Says Jeju Air Jet Black Boxes Stopped Recording Before Crash The black boxes holding the flight data and cockpit voice recorders for the crashed Jeju Air flight that left 179 people dead stopped recording four minutes before the disaster, South Korea's transport ministry said Saturday.
The Independent UK · Dec 24, 2024 Government aims to ‘restore clarity’ with consultation on petrol car phase-out Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has launched the consultation to ask for views from industry
The National (Scotland) · Dec 20, 2024 Weather warnings for majority of Scotland amid Christmas travel rush WINDS of up to 85mph could hit areas across Scotland this weekend, causing travel disruption ahead of Christmas celebrations.
Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2024 Revealed: How much money each council in London will get to fix potholes Capital allocated £24.5million to repair roads - less than 5% of the Government cash for the whole country
Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2024 Government could ‘look at’ drink-drive laws amid rising deaths, says minister Heidi Alexander said road safety would be a ‘priority’ for her as Transport Secretary.