TfN talks of a “New North” at annual conference
Transport for the North’s Chief Executive is calling for more devolution and new approach to funding for his region, that recognises “that local leaders are best placed to shape the future of connectivity in a way that creates opportunities for people and businesses”. Opening the TfN’s Annual Conference in Leeds, Martin Tugwell is highlighting what […]
Northern Evidence Academic Forum brings experts together to discuss latest transport research
The third meeting of the Northern Evidence Academic Forum is taking place with experts discussing the latest transport research and how it could shape future plans for the region. The forum, set up by Transport for the North, brings together the region’s policy and decision-makers with researchers, creating a space for sharing the latest data and considering […]
Transport for the North wins CIHT Award for Transport Planning for second year in a row
Transport for the North has won a CIHT Award for the second year in a row. The Sub-national Transport Body’s Future Travel Scenarios work, which offers an innovative approach to understanding and responding to transport uncertainties, picked up the accolade for Transport Planning in the 2021 online awards ceremony this week. Tim Wood, Interim Chief […]
First ever regional decarbonisation strategy for the north goes out to consultation
The first ever regional decarbonisation strategy for the North of England is going out to public consultation today and will give residents in the region the chance to have their say on ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions from surface transport. It is the first time a regional strategy of this type has been produced, […]
Transport for the North faces cuts in latest allocation proposals
Transport for the North (TfN) has had its core funding reduced by 40% for the 2021/22 period as well as no funding for its Integrated & Smart Travel (IST)- a plan that would have seen contactless ticketing introduced across the North. This, says the organisation, could have an impact on the ‘levelling up’ agenda in […]
Fragmented under-funding of transport must end in order to boost UK connectivity, says Transport for the North
A collaborative, holistic and sustaiable approach to transport investment is needed to help enhance the UK’s connectivity as well as unlocking opportunitiues for people and businesses, Transport for the North (TfN) has said. In its submission to the Union Connectivity Review – led by Sir Peter Hendy TfN said a joined-up plan for cross-border investment is critical. […]
Two changes that could have a major impact on the North’s transport in 2021
The way the Government has long made decisions about investment in transport could be changing. Here’s why two key initiatives could have a major difference on the North’s economic fortunes, according to Transport for the North. To read on, click here: Two changes that could have major impact on the North’s transport in 2021 – […]
Bus passengers to benefit from improved information about the cost of their next journey
Transport for the North has announced the public launch of a new ‘Create Fares Data Service’ which will help bus operators across the country more easily publish fares online and in journey planning apps. The aim of the initiative is to provide passengers across the North and nationwide with better access to information about how much […]
Transport tech firms hoping for award recognition today
A range of transport specialists are getting ready for a major event of the year – the ITS (UK) Awards which this year take place online this afternoon (Monday 26 October). The trade body says the event, at 4pm and hosted by ITS (UK) President Steve Norris, will “celebrate the best in the country’s transport […]
Moovit and TfN partner on public transport info tool
Mobility as a Service development company Moovit has announced it’s going to use Transport for the North’s Open Data Hub to gather “precise disruptions data, giving riders all the tools they need to get to their destination with confidence”. TfN’s Open Data Hub platform provides open-source fares and disruption data for developers, to enable riders […]