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Millions to see faster journeys as government green lights £90 million for 4 essential road schemes across England
Press release
Government is investing in vital schemes to improve journey times in Wiltshire, Leeds, Essex and Buckinghamshire.
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Trams will run from Wednesbury to Brierley Hill, providing faster and more reliable transport connections to centre of Birmingham and wider West Midlands.
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Lift-off for growth as government backs expansion at Britain’s busiest and only hub airport.
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Transport and growth update: airport expansion and transition to greener aviation
Statement to Parliament
Outlines the government’s position on airport expansion and work being done on sustainable aviation fuels.
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Simpler train travel for the South East as contactless ticketing rolls out at 47 more stations
Press release
New tap in tap out system will guarantee passengers get the best fare available at the time on the day.
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Funding will boost growth and create jobs throughout the UK, as well as move towards an era of zero-emission shipping.
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