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  • Door to door strategy and multi-operator ticket guidance

    Announcing the publication of a strategy document and guidance to help improve sustainable local transport and the bus market.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Driving examiner strike: candidates urged to attend tests

    Driving test candidates with tests on Wednesday 20 March should still come for their test despite the threat of strike action by examiners.

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  • Green light for fire stations to host driving tests

    Plans to offer practical driving tests from fire stations were given the go ahead today (13 March) by Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Repair work for A1 Ferrybridge to Redhouse, Yorkshire

    The Highways Agency will carry out overnight repairs and maintenance work on parts of the A1 through Yorkshire from this weekend.

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  • DSA warns on Driver CPC training deadlines

    You must do Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) periodic training if you’re a lorry, bus or coach driver.

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  • New stations fund proves popular

    14 new station fund bids expected later this month.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister visits Crossrail’s groundbreaking tunnelling academy

    Crossrail’s purpose-built training centre visit by Transport Minister.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Drivers urged to take longer to look for motorcyclists

    Motorcycle safety campaign launched.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Airports Commission seeks evidence on aviation connectivity

    Aviation Connectivity and the Economy discussion papers published.

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  • Secretary of State views Crossrail progress

    Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin visits Plumstead's Crossrail construction site.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Passengers reap rewards of revamped rail stations

    Bromley South station to benefit from £4 million investment.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Road safety

    A new offence of driving with a controlled drug in the body is being introduced.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • EU Transport Council 7 March 2013

    A summary of the agenda for the first Transport Council of the Irish Presidency.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New rules on minimum medical standards for drivers on eyesight and epilepsy

    Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond announces revised minimum driving licence standards for eyesight and epilepsy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • PTEG reception 5 March 2013

    Norman Baker recorded speech to the Passenger Transport Executive Group (PTEG) reception, 5 March 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Changes to annual vehicle testing

    Changes to the MOT for cars and other large vehicle tests come into effect from 20 March 2013.

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  • Drink driving: The hidden cost of a humble pint

    £50,000 pint of beer revealed as part of government’s latest THINK! campaign.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Crossrail

    Government has agreed to a change in financing strategy for Crossrail rolling stock and associated facilities.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Fairer deal for UK hauliers in HGV Road User Levy Act

    HGV Road User Levy Act becomes law.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Norfolk bus trial to inform government's smart ticketing strategy

    £2.5 million pilot funding for paperless transport system in Norfolk.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government