Urgent transport decarbonisation essential to avert climate catastrophe, say UK transport planners
Over three quarters of transport planners believe the UK is not likely to reach its carbon reduction targets on the current trajectory, new research shows. The research was conducted by engineering consultancy and advisory practice, Buro Happold, in association with the Transport Planning Society (TPS) to coincide with Transport Planning Day. It shows that UK […]
Transport Planning Society calls for introduction of National Transport Strategy
There should be a National Transport Strategy that aligns with spatial planning and the devolved nations’ transport strategies, alongside delivery of an integrated, accessible and affordable public transport system across the UK, according to the Transport Planning Society. TPS has published its member-led manifesto setting out a five-point plan to improve the transport network. The Society […]
Sustrans says ’20-minute’ neighbourhood concept should be ’embedded’ in the local and nation planning system
The 20-minute neighbourhood concept should be embedded at the heart of the planning nationally and locally. That is the opinion of Xavier Brice, Chief Executive Officer of Sustrans, in response to the Queen’s Speech. “With the rising cost of living and worsening inequality, it is critical that the Government is addressing the planning system with […]
Transport roundtable calls for ‘clearly defined’ five-year delivery plan that gives industry, academia and the public a roadmap of how it intends to support the movement towards a Net Zero system by 2050
Technological change and human behaviour make the future of transport hard to predict, so how can we build an future transport system fit for all? That was the main question at a recent roundtable jointly organised by The Forum and think tank Institute for Public Policy Research. The roundtable discussed how transport system is integral […]
New travel app launched in Essex
A new app that gives its users real-time travel information across Essex travel networks has been launched by Essex County Council. The free app aims to help people in Essex to plan their journeys and travel by foot, bike, bus and train anywhere in the county. Providing real-time travel information, users are given detailed expected journey and […]
Cumbria’s transport network improvement plans are launched
Cumbria County Council is to publish its Transport Infrastructure Plan (CTIP) 2022 – 2037. The CTIP was developed by the council and Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership (CLEP) and describes the role of transportation and connectivity in supporting sustainable and inclusive growth in Cumbria. The plan outlines a vision for improving transport and infrastructure in Cumbria […]
Roads reimagined with people and planet in mind
By Derval Cummins, Director-Transportation, Aecom & Martin Boran, Associate Director-Highways-Ireland, Aecom The Irish government is investing €1.8 billion in cleaner, greener transport in 2022, part of its drive to halve transport carbon emissions by 2030. But so far, the debate on resource allocation and planning has pitted investment in public transport against investment in roads, […]
Amey Consulting models future strategic transport planning in Worcestershire
Amey Consulting has announced its partnership with Worcestershire County Council (WCC) to develop and deliver a new five-year strategic transport model, that will help transform future strategic transport planning in the Worcestershire area. This significant piece of innovative work will help WCC understand transport patterns and impact of regional developments, underpinning all future funding applications. The […]
Government launches transport plan for 2022 Commonwealth Games
The Government has approved the Transport Plan for the 2022 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Birmingham. The plan has been produced in close collaboration with Birmingham City Council and the Birmingham 2022 Organising Committee. It sets out a strategic approach to planning and coordination of transport to support the Games covering the transportation […]
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority start public consultation on the future of transport in the region
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority has started its public consultation on its latest Local Transport and Connectivity Plan (LTCP) is being held over the next four weeks. As part of the LTCP, its residents can now have their say on a proposed updated transport plan. Mayor Dr Nik Johnson said: “As we develop our renewed plan, […]
