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Transport sector ‘geared up’ for winter weather, says DfT

Transport operators have robust plans in place to keep the transport network going in the event of bad weather, according to the Department for Transport (DfT).

14 Jan

Government claims police cuts not linked to accident rise

The Government has hit back at claims that a drop in traffic police is letting drivers off the hook and putting road safety at risk.

12 Jan

Plug-in car grant rush likely as deadline approaches

Fleets and leasing companies ordering plug-in cars could be left thousands of pounds out of pocket if they don’t apply for the grant at the same time.

11 Jan

Government pledges £40m to help rebuild flood-hit roads

The Government will provide £40 million to help repair flood-damaged roads and bridges in Cumbria and Lancashire.

30 Dec

Government to take fleet views into consideration on ‘streamlining’ motoring agencies

Government motoring agencies need to start catering for the needs of fleet operators and professional drivers, not just individual drivers.

15 Dec

Transport minister recognises role of UK vehicle leasing industry

The Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport has commended the rental and leasing industry for playing a crucial role in shaping the UK vehicle parc.

4 Dec

Fewer traffic police brings enforcement concerns

MPs have been warned that a lack of resource is threatening the police’s ability to catch motorists breaking the law.

27 Nov

No detail on plug-in grant as chancellor allocates ULEV cash

The chancellor allocates £600m to drive the uptake of electric vehicles, but gives no detail on what that will mean for the future of the plug-in grant.

26 Nov

Government orders speed cameras to be painted yellow

The Government says that every working speed camera on the strategic road network will be yellow within a year.

16 Nov

DfT launches motoring services review

The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched a consultation on plans to streamline and improve the delivery of motoring services.

16 Nov

Increase in traffic prompts gridlock warning

Low fuel costs and a growing economy have resulted in a 2% increase in vehicles on Britain’s roads prompting fears of potential gridlock.

13 Nov

Legal powers to be offered to regions to transform transport

Plans to give the regions new powers to transform transport in their areas have moved a step closer after being published in Parliament.

11 Nov

UK emissions testing programme begins after Volkswagen emissions scandal

Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin has confirmed that the UK has begun its own testing programme in the wake of the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

8 Oct

Road deaths and serious injuries are on the rise

Safety targets needed to reverse first increase in overall casualties since 1997

5 Oct

Roads minister visits north of England to discuss proposals for better roads

Roads Minister Andrew Jones has visited Carlisle and Newcastle upon Tyne to discuss a new dual carriageway to link Cumbria to the north east.

29 Sep

Condition of local roads likely to worsen, says RAC

The poor state of Britain’s local roads has been found to be the number one concern among drivers, according to the RAC Report on Motoring 2015.

8 Sep

Government launches taskforce to tackle 'pointless' road signs

The Department for Transport has set up a taskforce aimed at tackling the overuse of traffic signs.

1 Sep

Line-up of electric vehicles outside the Houses of Parliament

New Government report aims to dispel electric vehicle ownership myths

A new Government report is aiming to dispel long-held beliefs about electric car ownership and usage patterns.

13 Aug

Rapid chargepoints launched in Cornwall

The transport minister has visited the Eden Project to open the first rapid plug in car chargepoint at the site, part of 16 being installed across Cornwall.

7 Aug

Smart card train travel plan for the South East

Journeys between London, Kent and parts of East Sussex will be made easier thanks to a £5.5 million plan to roll out smart cards across Southeastern’s network.

29 Jul

Department for Transport - Page 33

Transport sector ‘geared up’ for winter weather, says DfT

Government claims police cuts not linked to accident rise

Plug-in car grant rush likely as deadline approaches

Government pledges £40m to help rebuild flood-hit roads

Government to take fleet views into consideration on ‘streamlining’ motoring agencies

Transport minister recognises role of UK vehicle leasing industry

Fewer traffic police brings enforcement concerns

No detail on plug-in grant as chancellor allocates ULEV cash

Government orders speed cameras to be painted yellow

DfT launches motoring services review

Increase in traffic prompts gridlock warning

Legal powers to be offered to regions to transform transport

UK emissions testing programme begins after Volkswagen emissions scandal

Road deaths and serious injuries are on the rise

Roads minister visits north of England to discuss proposals for better roads

Condition of local roads likely to worsen, says RAC

Government launches taskforce to tackle 'pointless' road signs

New Government report aims to dispel electric vehicle ownership myths

Rapid chargepoints launched in Cornwall

Smart card train travel plan for the South East

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Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

Department for Transport - Page 33

Transport sector ‘geared up’ for winter weather, says DfT

Government claims police cuts not linked to accident rise

Plug-in car grant rush likely as deadline approaches

Government pledges £40m to help rebuild flood-hit roads

Government to take fleet views into consideration on ‘streamlining’ motoring agencies

Transport minister recognises role of UK vehicle leasing industry

Fewer traffic police brings enforcement concerns

No detail on plug-in grant as chancellor allocates ULEV cash

Government orders speed cameras to be painted yellow

DfT launches motoring services review

Increase in traffic prompts gridlock warning

Legal powers to be offered to regions to transform transport

UK emissions testing programme begins after Volkswagen emissions scandal

Road deaths and serious injuries are on the rise

Roads minister visits north of England to discuss proposals for better roads

Condition of local roads likely to worsen, says RAC

Government launches taskforce to tackle 'pointless' road signs

New Government report aims to dispel electric vehicle ownership myths

Rapid chargepoints launched in Cornwall

Smart card train travel plan for the South East

Most read

Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

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Driver charged after lorry crashes onto railway line

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Iain Forsyth named as managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans UK

UK car production falls by almost a third in November