DfT’s Better Connected plan backed by private hire union
The Department for Transport’s new Better Connected strategy has been broadly welcomed by the App Drivers and Couriers Union (ADCU) after it formally placed taxis and private hire vehicles inside the Government’s long-term transport planning for England, reports TaxiPoint. The strategy says taxis and PHVs should support first and last mile journeys and provide services […]
Keep Britain Working: TfL joins effort to reduce staff sickness rates
Transport for London (TfL) is stepping up efforts to reduce the number of employee sick days as part of a government push to keep people in work. The transport authority has joined the Keep Britain Working Review – with mental health support being flagged as a key focus at TfL, says the BBC. A report […]
CILT experts warn: New homes risk being unfit for modern life
Logistics and transport experts are warning that new housing developments across the UK risk being unfit for modern life unless they are designed with both public transport and delivery infrastructure in mind. From high-rise city living to new homes in rural communities, the way people live has changed significantly – yet many developments are still […]
Driverless cars will kill the London taxi, says Spectator article
An article in the Spectator by broadcaster Jonathan Sacerdoti, has concluded that the advent of robotaxis will eventually see the end of the traditional London black cab. “Over the last few weeks I’ve been flying in and out of different US cities to record a series of interviews for an upcoming documentary series,” writes Sacerdoti. […]
Salisbury to host drop-in session to discuss changes to city’s transport strategy
A public drop-in event is taking place in Salisbury this afternoon and evening to gather feedback on the city’s evolving transport plans. The event, taking place at Salisbury City Hall from 12pm to 8pm and organised by Wiltshire Council, will support the update of the Salisbury Transport Strategy, last refreshed in 2018, says Salisbury Live. Since then, national […]
Motoring experts reveal top 10 safest UK cities for drivers
The safest cities and towns in the UK to travel in have been revealed, according to data analysis by motorcycle insurance brand Lexham Insurance. Of the UK’s cities, Belfast (Northern Ireland), Aberdeen (Scotland) and Swansea (Wales) topped the list. York is the safest city in England based on the findings. Among towns, Telford in Shropshire, Ipswich in Suffolk and Warrington in Cheshire find themselves parked in the top three respectively. The top 10 safest CITIES for motorists (based on data […]
Stellantis and Microsoft announce strategic AI and cybersecurity collaboration
Stellantis and Microsoft have announced a five‑year strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating Stellantis’ digital transformation through the co‑development of advanced AI, cybersecurity and engineering capabilities. Building on a longstanding alliance, this collaboration will bring together Stellantis’ automotive engineering expertise, multibrand scale and global operations with Microsoft’s cloud, AI and security capabilities to accelerate stronger, more […]
World Public Transport Day highlights transport’s role in connecting communities
The first World Public Transport Day is highlighting the role of transport in connecting people and communities, with evidence from the National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) emphasising the importance of inclusive journeys across the UK. Launched in 2023 with funding from the Motability Foundation, ncat has established itself as the first national evidence base […]
British and Korean researchers launch effort to draft autonomous driving rules
Researchers from the UK and South Korea have launched a joint effort to draft rules for autonomous driving, the National Academy of Engineering of Korea (NAEK) has announced. The initiative follows a joint forum with the Royal Academy of Engineering at Prince Philip House in London earlier this week, where policymakers, industry leaders and researchers agreed […]
Survey reveals ‘worst’ areas of mobile phone offenders
The worst locations in England for motorists using their mobile phones behind the wheel have been revealed, with offenders set to face tougher action, as new AI-powered cameras are tested across the country. A six-month trial is underway at a dozen sites in Scotland, which aims to gather evidence on how widespread distracted driving really […]