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Great British Railways sets course for rail freight growth
Government sets a new rail freight target to help businesses move more goods by rail, strengthen supply chains and support economic growth.
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Two new non-executive board members join DfT's board
Charles Randell CBE and Harjit Sandhu both bring independent advice, support and constructive challenge to DfT.
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New era for Liverpool buses as government backs local control
Liverpool City Region’s bus services are coming back under public control, with buses franchised first in St. Helens before being rolled out to the Wirral later this year and the rest of the city region in 2027.
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Crackdown on illegal number plates with new government funded roads policing team
New roads policing centre helping to track down offenders faster and disrupt organised crime groups that rely on England’s road network.
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Maritime heroes honoured for inspiring the next generation of seafarers and supporting communities at sea
The 2026 recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal represent the very best of the UK’s maritime sector, demonstrating exceptional service, dedication and leadership.
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Just got your GCSE results? Your next stop could be the train driver's seat
This change to the law means 18-year-olds can now apply to become train drivers, tackling train driver shortages and helping young people into stable, skilled and well-paid jobs.
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