Megawatt-scale eHGV charging hub opens

Megawatt-scale eHGV charging hub opens

Mark Moran

The first of 25 megawatt-scale electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) charging hubs planned under the eFREIGHT 2030 progranme has gone live. The eHGV charging site at East Midlands Gateway was created by global logistics company Kuehne+Nagel. It is the first MCS-ready (Megawatt Charging System)... continue

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‘Optimistic signs for public transport’ says UTG in latest report on transport trends

‘Optimistic signs for public transport’ says UTG in latest report on transport trends

Peter Stonham

The impact of new devolved powers and funding for local areas is beginning to play... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Reeves promises national tax slice direct to Mayors

Regional mayors have been promised control of some tax revenue to spend on their local priorities, by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The plans, which will be detailed in the autumn Budget, would not increase taxes but hand local control of some national tax income, Reeves indicated, also announcing a... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Vision-led planning and transport assessment processes need more clarity, TPS tells MHCLG

Peter Stonham

The commitment to Vision-led planning , and Transport Assessment reform under the new National Planning Policy Framework should be treated “as a programme of change, not a wording change” with deeper engagement than has been evident to date, the Transport Planning Society recommends in... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
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CIHT want stronger integration of planning and transport

Deniz Huseyin

The Chartered Institution for Highways and Transportation (CIHT) has urged the Government to take stronger action to reduce car dependence, embed sustainable transport and ensure inclusive design across all scales of development.  Responding to the revised draft National Planning Policy... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

DfT identifies 23,000 new vehicles in ten year zero emission bus order pipeline

Peter Stonham

The DfT has published estimates of a substantial 10-year zero emission bus (ZEB) order pipeline from local transport authorities and bus operators. It indicates a strong long-term demand pipeline and highlights a sustained market for vehicle manufacturers, supporting continued investment in... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Minister urges self-driving sector to think dual-use with defence

The UK wants to become the first European market with full legislation for self-driving vehicles, Minister for Industry Chris McDonald has reaffirmed, meanwhile urging the sector to consider whether its technology has defence potential. Speaking at Zenzic’s Autonomous Mobility... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Study report urges Britain to learn from France’s tram-led housing model

Peter Stonham

A new report from Create Streets shares the experience of a group of British policymakers, advisers and civil servants responsible for housing, transport and the UK’s proposed New Towns programme on a study visit to France. “For Britain, where housing and transport are too often planned... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Google Wallet payment data capability extended at two UK local transport operators

Peter Stonham

Two new UK applications of Google Transit Insights for public transport payments and user journey tracking have been announced by Go-Ahead and Lothian Transport . Existing GTI users Littlepay and Go- Ahead have launched an alternative to physical travel passes, with passengers on Go-Ahead’s... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

National Highways fall short on road safety commitments made to MPs

Chris Ames

The transport secretary told National Highways to remove a casualty reduction measure from its 2025-26 Safety Action Plan, after it was presented to MPs, it has been revealed. It was said to be representing “a series of safety improvements” that her department had required the company... continue

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19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

‘Sustainable proximity urban planning’ methodology launched

Peter Stonham

An urban planning methodology based on the concept of proximity is being promoted by the UN Habitat Global Observatory of Sustainable Proximities It seeks to offer a set of tools that cities can apply to achieve a better quality of life in cities. Described as Sustainable Proximities for a High... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News

Electric bike pavement death prompts safety debate

Deniz Huseyin

The first manslaughter conviction recorded as the result of a person being hit by an electric-powered cycle on the pavement has raised debate about how to preserve the integrity of the footway for pedestrians. The issues go beyond electric cycles to other kinds of pavement misuse by other micro... continue

19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
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19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today News
Transport Planning Society announces new Directors

Transport Planning Society announces new Directors

The Transport Planning Society (TPS) has appointed six new members to its Board of Directors.  The new members of the Board are: Nicky Ward, Technical Director at WSP; Felicity Tidbury,... continue

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19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today People
Sachdev new Chair of Catapult’s Board

Sachdev new Chair of Catapult’s Board

Connected Places Catapult has appointed Neil Sachdev MBE as new Chair of its Board. His appointment comes as outgoing Chair, Professor Greg Clark... continue

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19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today People
Read to step down as ChargeUK boss

Read to step down as ChargeUK boss

Vicky Read will be stepping down as Chief Executive of ChargeUK, the sector organisation for chargepoint operators. Read’s... continue

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19 Mar 2026Local Transport Today People

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