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  • Rail strike, June 2015

    The national rail strikes scheduled for June 2015 have been suspended.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Rail strike, May 2015

    The proposed national rail strike on Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 May 2015 has been suspended.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • PwC submits initial report on Manston Airport

    Consultant updates on progress in its review of decisions about Manston’s future.

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

  • Government revs up motorcycle market

    Motorcycles and scooters will join cars, vans, trucks and buses in the government’s drive for greener vehicles.

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

  • £7.6 million for local transport in rural and isolated areas

    New funding to allow communities to deliver better transport projects in rural and isolated areas.

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

  • 19 new regional air routes bid for start-up aid funding

    International and domestic connections from smaller airports to be expanded across the UK.

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

  • New era for motoring

    Speech for the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders about the modern advancements in the car industry.

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

  • Smart travel gains momentum across the country

    Initiatives announced to roll out smart tickets and contactless payment on public transport.

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

  • Black taxis go green with £45 million government investment

    Ministers have today (26 March 2015) announced £45 million to support the rollout of greener taxis.

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

  • Triennial review of the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain

    Announces the report of the triennial review of the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain.

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

  • Cyclists in Brighton benefit from £1.5 million cycle hub

    Transport Minister Baroness Kramer unveils state of the art facility adding 500 cycle spaces at Brighton railway station.

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

  • The government response to the draft cycling delivery plan consultation

    Announces publication of the government's response to the informal consultation on the draft cycling delivery plan.

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

  • Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s business plan for 2015 to 2016

    Speech announcing the publication of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s business plan for 2015 to 2016.

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

  • East Anglia passengers to benefit from smart ticketing roll out

    Rail passengers commuting from East Anglia and Essex to London to benefit from smart ticket offer.

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

  • DfT motoring agencies business plans for 2015 to 2016

    Announces the publication of the 2015 to 2016 business plans for the Department for Transport’s motoring executive agencies.

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

  • 300 communities win share of £25 million minibus fund

    Hundreds of minibuses will support charities and revitalise local communities.

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

  • HGV levy on foreign hauliers generates £44 million in first year of operation

    Since 1 April 2014 the HGV levy has raised more than £44 million from foreign HGVs.

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

  • New board member of Passenger Focus announced

    Theo de Pencier joins board of Passenger Focus, the independent rail and strategic road user watchdog.

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

  • Government backs green fleets to cut emissions

    Transport Minister Baroness Kramer announces extension of electric van grant plus £4 million to help refuel gas-powered trucks.

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

  • New £50 million package of passenger benefits on South West Trains

    Department for Transport has reached an agreement with Stagecoach Group that will lead to a package of passenger improvements.

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