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Key transport decisions for Kirklees are now going to be made by Leeds City Council leader

Transport for the North 'already making decisions' and Kirklees Clr says 'we know the deals are already being struck'

'We can reduce freight emissions and still increase our cargo capacity,' Heathrow Chairman

Speaking at the BCC International Trade Summit, Heathrow’s Non-Executive Chairman Lord Deighton announced a new ten step Blueprint for Sustainable Freight plan to reduce the impact of freight vehicles around Heathrow. Lord Deighton’s speech is the first time the airport has publicly addressed the challenge of the environmental impacts of cargo and set out its plans to ensure that even as Heathrow and freight volumes grow with expansion, overall airport-related traffic on the road does not increase in number compared to today. 

UK should 'look abroad' for station advancements

The UK should take the lead from other countries on maximising the benefits of railway stations, argues a new report released today. The Campaign for Better Transport (CBT) has used the study to highlight the versatility of areas surrounding stations. It looked at case studies from locations in...

No reason why schemes can't be funded with more private cash, says Siemens

Siemens has signalled its willingness to work on future electrification and resignalling programmes following the government’s announcement of £48bn available for CP6. The hints build on Network Rail chief executive Mark Carne’s pledge to increase private railway investment...