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From Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport
  • EU Transport Council: 15 October 2014

    Transport issues discussed at the first Transport Council under the Italian Presidency including rail, road, maritime and air items.

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

  • Government response to General Aviation Challenge Panel recommendations

    The government's response to recommendation made by the General Aviation Challenge Panel has been released.

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

  • Striving for greater efficiency

    Discusses results from the road network public satisfaction survey, future road plans and funding.

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

  • £30 million HS2 community and business support funds launched

    New grants to support communities and businesses near HS2.

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

  • Country roads: deadlier than you THINK!

    THINK! is launching a new campaign to warn drivers of the dangers of country roads.

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

  • THINK! you're never too good to be a better rider

    Transport Minister Robert Goodwill, Chaz Davies and Alan Davies, launch the government’s latest THINK! road safety campaign.

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

  • Who will build HS2?

    How to deliver HS2 in a way which is a credit to the UK.

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

  • Motorcycle safety campaign aims to make drivers THINK!

    The ‘Didn’t See’ radio campaign has been launched by THINK! to encourage drivers to take longer to look for motorcyclists.

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

  • Spaceport UK

    Sets out plans for the UK's first spaceport.

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

  • Local authorities to be given powers to close public roads for motor sports events

    Government’s response to consultation published with move that could generate additional £40m for local communities

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

  • Contractor announced for £69.7m A21 Tonbridge to Pembury dualling

    Improvements to the A21 between Tonbridge and Pembury have moved a step closer today (Friday 11 July) with the appointment of a contractor for the upgrades.

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

  • Smartcards to arrive at Huddersfield Station

    Department will invest £153,000 to upgrade ticket gates so passengers can use smartcards to travel on trains.

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

  • Door to door action plan and £15 million funding for cycle-rail integration

    A 'Door to door action plan' has been published explaining how DfT is making to make it easier for people to use greener transport modes.

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

  • Le Grand Depart: getting Britain and France on their bikes

    We want to learn from experience in France and Britain to help more people cycle more often.

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

  • Drug driving guidance issued to healthcare professionals

    Drug driving guidance to help healthcare professionals explain new laws.

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

  • Robert Goodwill sees Teesside flood recovery

    Minister pays tribute to Teesside’s determination and resilience as recovery continues.

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

  • Publication of further information on governance arrangements in support of the roads reform elements of the Infrastructure Bill

    Announces publication of governance documents for the new strategic highways company.

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

  • Backing British tourism

    How the Department for Transport is supporting the travel and tourism industry.

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

  • Contractor appointed for Greater Manchester’s smart motorway

    A major project to cut congestion and improve journey times on parts of the M60 and M62 around Greater Manchester is on track to start next month, following the appointment of the main contractor.

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

  • The promise of intelligent mobility

    New technology is helping people travel more efficiently - the Transport Systems Catapult will keep the UK at the cutting edge.

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