Transport for Wales outlines joined-up network of trains, buses, walking, wheeling and cycling

Transport for Wales outlines joined-up network of trains, buses, walking, wheeling and cycling

Welsh railways are at a defining moment, says Transport for Wales in a new report published this week. The next steps will better connect the communities we serve, drive economic growth, and enable us to build a sustainable transport network that includes many more active travel... continue

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19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

Wilts drops plan to scrap community transport funding

Deniz Huseyin

 Wiltshire Council has reversed its decision to cut £150,000 from its community transport budget after concerns were raised by local charities. The proposal would have affected Wiltshire's Link Schemes – small charities with about 2,000 volunteers in total – who help... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
Connected vehicle services are having their ‘WhatsApp moment’

Connected vehicle services are having their ‘WhatsApp moment’

Mark Moran

Suppliers of Connected Vehicle services across the UK have... continue

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19 Feb 2026EVolution Features

Rapid Transit Link with city mooted

A high-capacity rapid transit system connecting Bristol to its airport is one of the central ambitions in a new Transport Vision document by the West of England Combined Authority (WECA). Under the plan, mass transit, such as tram or light rail-style vehicles, would operate at high frequencies... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

No funding for revived Shropshire branch line, says Hendy

Deniz Huseyin

Plans to re-open the Gobowen-Oswestry branch line in Shropshire have been shelved after Rail Minister Lord Hendy said funding for the plan would not be available. In a letter to the LibDem North Shropshire MP Helen Morgan, Lord Hendy said: “I am sorry to advise that it has not been possible... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
City of London approves Liverpool Street station plan complete with 19-storey block

City of London approves Liverpool Street station plan complete with 19-storey block

Deniz Huseyin

Network Rail’s £1.2bn plan to modernise Liverpool Street station,... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

TfW appoints ‘poacher turned gamekeeper’ from a big bus group

Rhodri Clark

Transport for Wales (TfW) has appointed a senior figure from a bus group to help with appraising large franchise bids. TfW has not yet named the appointee as LTT but bus industry sources say he is Bob Montgomery, former Managing Director of Stagecoach UK Bus. TfW Chief Executive James Price... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

Bordesley station set to close in 2029

Deniz Huseyin

Network Rail has announced plans to close Bordesley railway station in Birmingham in 2029 as part of the Midlands Rail Hub (MRH) project. The project would see two new elevated tracks connecting the lines on the existing Bordesley viaduct from Birmingham’s Snow Hill and Moor Street stations... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

Bedford counts cost of abandoned Wixams project

Bedford Borough Council expects to incur a final cost of about £32m on the abandoned Wixams station project. Construction of a two-platform station began in September 2024 but was halted because the announcement of the Universal theme park – forecast to attract over eight million... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

Thanet Parkway sees Southeastern’s fastest growth despite opening delays

Rhodri Clark

Train operator Southeastern has named the £44m Thanet Parkway as its fastest growing station. Passenger numbers seem to be close to the core scenario forecast, despite the station’s delayed opening. “Southeastern is seeing strong growth across its network, with new and established... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News

Plaid Cymru pushes for full devolution of Welsh rail

Ann Davies MP, Plaid Cymru’s Transport Spokesperson, has tabled amendments to the Railways Bill to deliver Welsh rail devolution. Currently Wales & Borders train operations are devolved but the infrastructure is not, except for the Core Valley Lines. Davies called for parity of rail... continue

19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today News
Prescot new Chair of NISTA Council of Expert Advisers

Prescot new Chair of NISTA Council of Expert Advisers

The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) has appointed Julia Prescot as the new Chair of its Council of Expert Advisers, succeeding Sir John Armitt. Prescot has worked in global... continue

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19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today People

NISTA to lead ‘transport campus’ for civil servants

The West Midlands is to become a Government centre for Transport and Infrastructure with a new campus for civil servants to be created. The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) will lead the development of the campus, appointing  a senior civil servant, based in... continue

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19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today People

Parker is rail team manager at TfGM

Jenny Parker has started a new post  as Project Manager in the Rail Team at Transport for Greater Manchester. She joined TfGM 16 months ago, firstly as Active Travel Officer and then as Project Manager.... continue

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19 Feb 2026Local Transport Today People
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Uptake of zero-emission buses and coaches surges

Uptake of zero-emission buses and coaches surges

Mark Moran

UK registrations of new buses, coaches and minibuses grew 10.4% in 2025 to reach 9,259 units, delivering the best performance for the market in... continue

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17 Feb 2026EVolution Features
Police Crime Prevention Initiatives to manage Park Access scheme

Police Crime Prevention Initiatives to manage Park Access scheme

Mark Moran

Delivery of Disabled Motoring UK’s Park Access... continue

11 Feb 2026Parking Review News
Liverpool City Region’s Deputy Chief Executive McGuckin becomes UTG Chair

Liverpool City Region’s Deputy Chief Executive McGuckin becomes UTG Chair

Richard McGuckin, Deputy Chief Executive of Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, is the new Chair of the Urban Transport Group – the UK’s network of transport authorities. McGuckin,who is also Executive Director of Place at the Combined Authority and Director General for... continue

10 Feb 2026Local Transport Today People

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