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From Department for Transport (DfT)
  • Thousands of green taxis to benefit from new chargepoints

    New chargepoints will support a shift towards cleaner, greener transport.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Light dues 2019 to 2020

    Light dues rates frozen at 37½ pence for 2019 to 2020.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • A Burkean moment for transport

    Jesse Norman explains how transport is at a Burkean moment with new technologies and that we must build a consensus that can sustain itself over time.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Technological trials to help future proof roads

    Government to provide £23 million for research and trials on new surface materials or pothole repair techniques.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Carbon-cutting rail schemes share in multi-million pound government funding boost

    Competition, focusing on innovative schemes that can cut the carbon footprint of the UK’s railways, gives funding to 5 projects.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Boosting diversity in the maritime industry

    Closing the Maritime 2050 strategy event, Nusrat Ghani explains how government and industry can work together to ensure maritime sector careers are open to all.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Working together for a thriving maritime sector

    Speaking at the Maritime 2050 strategy launch, Transport Secretary Chris Grayling describes how the UK can lead the charge in emerging maritime technology.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Swiss haulage agreement

    Agreement relates to UK hauliers and commercial bus drivers.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Grayling and Burnham hail Greater Manchester tram network as model for new opportunities

    Plans could see the Metrolink tram network expanded and greater local control of transport.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Securing HS2 for the Midlands and north

    Describes the progress HS2 is making and how it will benefit the whole country.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Future maritime strategy

    Announcing the publication of Maritime 2050 strategy.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK to lead charge in emerging maritime technology

    Maritime 2050 strategy outlines proposals to keep the maritime industry in the UK flourishing.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Dartford Thurrock river crossing charging scheme

    Announces publication of the Dartford – Thurrock crossing charging scheme account for 2017 to 2018.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Hundreds of secure stations keeping passengers safe

    Secure stations setting the standard in reducing crime, safeguarding vulnerable people and ensuring safer journeys for passengers.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • DASA Download: Future Aviation Security Solutions

    The Defence and Security Accelerator's (DASA) Tracey Holmes blogs about delivering quick, innovative ways to improve aviation travel.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Government to help farmers tackle air pollution in new clean air strategy

    The Clean Air Strategy will introduce new support for farmers to tackle air pollution caused by ammonia gas emissions.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Let’s get digital – new online system to cut Blue Badge application time

    New service means applicants can complete the entire process online.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Changes to UK aviation security

    Large phones, laptops and tablets are now allowed in the cabin on flights to the UK.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Drones: consultation response, 7 January 2019

    Statement on further action the government is taking on the use of drones.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New police powers to tackle illegal use of drones

    New legislation will give police officers the power to land drones, search premises and seize drones and will require users to produce the proper documentation.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government