Modelling World moves to Leeds for 2026 - Call for papers now open

Modelling World moves to Leeds for 2026 - Call for papers now open

Says Modelling World Chair, Tom van Vuren: "In 2026 Modelling World will be in Leeds, home of my alma mater. The event will look back at what we have learnt over the years – since the... continue

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7 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

Boost for active travel, buses, EV and ferry users in Scottish budget

Deniz Huseyin

The Scottish Government has increased funding for active travel and bus infrastructure to £226m, up from £188.7m the previous financial year. This is among the transport announcements in the Scottish Government’s tax and spending plans. Other allocations for 2026-27 include... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

Road Safety Strategy will only work if words backed with actions, groups warn

Deniz Huseyin

The Government’s new Road Safety Strategy has been largely welcomed by a diverse group of organisations, though several warned its key aims will only be achieved if backed by investment, public education, enforcement, robust data and regular  reporting. The strategy, published earlier... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

NI considers more 20mph and reducing national speed limit

Rhodri Clark

The Department for Infrastructure has not included changing the default urban speed limit to 20mph in a list of options for increasing 20mph coverage in Northern Ireland, despite acknowledging the achievements of the reduced default limit in Wales. The DfI is also consulting on reducing the... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

Plans confirmed to concentrate taxi and PHV licensing with local bodies

Peter Stonham

The Government has set out new proposals to reduce the number of local bodies licensing taxis and private hire vehicles, which will control ‘out-of-area’ working for taxis and boost passenger safety says the Department for Transport Currently, 263 different bodies issue licences to... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News
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Campaign to push London boroughs to do more on decarbonisation

Deniz Huseyin

A coalition of organisations has launched a campaign calling on London boroughs to accelerate transport decarbonisation. The Electrifying London campaign, led by Clean Cities, is pressing London boroughs to drive transport decarbonisation by: planning and enabling an affordable chargepoint network;... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News
Haringey’s LTN champion Hakata steps down

Haringey’s LTN champion Hakata steps down

Mike Hakata, Haringey Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Environment & Transport, has announced he is stepping away from politics. In the face... continue

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22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today People
Cooper becomes public sector MD at Unity5

Cooper becomes public sector MD at Unity5

Unity5 Group has appointed Nicolina Cooper as Managing Director for the Public Sector. She joins Unity5 as a member of the senior leadership team, having spent... continue

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22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today People
Roser joins WSP

Roser joins WSP

Adi Roser has started a new position as Principal Transport... continue

22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today People
Possible hires Romilly

Possible hires Romilly

Izzy Romilly has started a new role at Possible as Interim Head of Urban... continue

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22 Jan 2026Local Transport Today People
Every journey should end in an accessible destination

Every journey should end in an accessible destination

Zoe Rush

Over the last 12 months we have been looking over... continue

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22 Jan 2026Parking Review Features
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21 Jan 2026EVolution Opinion
‘Get that electric feeling’ campaign promotes benefits of EVs

‘Get that electric feeling’ campaign promotes benefits of EVs

Drivers are to be encouraged to make the switch to electric when they purchase their next car by a Department for Transport advertising campaign. Launching across TV, radio and digital outlets, the ‘Get that electric feeling’... continue

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19 Jan 2026EVolution News
‘Wealth divide’ shuts poorer households out of EV market

‘Wealth divide’ shuts poorer households out of EV market

Mark Moran

Lower-income households risk being left behind in the... continue

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15 Jan 2026EVolution Features

Scotland confirms non-domestic rates relief for EV chargepoints

Mark Moran

The Scottish Government has confirmed it will provide ten years of 100% relief from non-domestic rates for EV chargepoints. Announced in the Scottish Budget, the NDR refief follows calls from industry to address the unexpected incoming cost which threatened a £100m annual bill for the... continue

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15 Jan 2026EVolution News
Coalition plans to push boroughs to Electrify London

Coalition plans to push boroughs to Electrify London

Mark Moran

A coalition of organisations is launching a... continue

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14 Jan 2026EVolution News
Low carbon fuel is key to decarbonising HGVs

Low carbon fuel is key to decarbonising HGVs

Lamech Solomon

The government needs to decide whether its primary focus is electrification or on achieving efficient decarbonisation through a... continue

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13 Jan 2026EVolution Opinion
EV roadside repairs more achievable than petrol or diesel

EV roadside repairs more achievable than petrol or diesel

Mark Moran

In the event of a breakdown electric vehicles are more... continue

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12 Jan 2026EVolution Features
9 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

Lazards get £20m contract to find £7.5bn private finance for Thames Crossing company

Peter Stonham

Lazard & Co. Limited, the global financial advisory and capital funding and asset management firm, have been awarded the £20m government contract to be Strategic Sale Advisor in the quest to secure private sector investment to build the new Lower Thames Crossing (LTT928 18th December... continue

9 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

Universal Bedford theme park plans approval will trigger transport upgrades

Universal Studios’ new UK theme park in Bedfordshire has been given planning permission by Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Steve Reed, which will trigger a number of transport upgrades to handle the expected 8million plus annual visitors. The new theme park in... continue

9 Jan 2026Local Transport Today News

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