20mph switch in Wales will save lives and build stronger communities, says Lee Waters
Reducing speed will not only save lives but will help build stronger, safer communities, Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters has said three months before the introduction of the default 20mph speed limit. Described as the ‘biggest step-change in community safety in a generation’, most streets in Wales that currently have a 30mph speed limit […]
Wales spending £46m protecting bus services
The majority of bus services in Wales will be protected thanks to a new transitional scheme announced by the Welsh Government. Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters is publishing details of the Bus Transition Fund in a joint statement with the WLGA and bus operators. The Deputy Minister with responsibility for transport confirmed the fund […]
£15m ‘boost’ will increase the number of Welsh electric vehicle charging points
The Welsh Government will invest £15m to increase the number of electric vehicle charging points across Wales, it has announced. The funding, confirmed today by Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters, will be used to help local authorities increase the number of charging facilities ahead of fossil fuel vehicles being phased out in 2030. The […]
Motorist wins £1.1m payout after being injured by pothole
It’s emerged a Welsh motorist has secured more than £1 million in compensation after being injured by a pothole, in what is thought to be one of the biggest payouts of its kind. The Telegraph reports that the Welsh Government was forced to pay the £1.1million sum following a four-year legal battle with the unnamed […]
Congestion charge being considered in Wales amid concern over pollution
A type of congestion charge is being considered in Wales to help tackle traffic levels as concern grows over pollution levels. Cardiff Council has said public transport improvements, such as £1 bus fares on key routes, needed to be in place before the introduction of any payment, reports the BBC. There are no details related […]
New powers to tackle air and noise pollution will lead to a ‘cleaner, healthier and greener future’ in Wales, says government
The Environment (Air Quality and Soundscapes) (Wales) Bill has been introduced to the Senedd this week giving the Welsh Government greater ability to tackle air and noise pollution. The new Bill is part of a package of measures to improve the quality of the air environment in Wales. It will give powers to Welsh Government to […]
Welsh Government issues new data supporting 20mph limits
Slower driving speeds, increased levels of walking and cycling and minimal impact on journey times are among the key findings of a new report carried out in areas of Wales trialling the new default 20mph speed limit. The interim monitoring report uses data gathered from the Welsh Government’s eight first phase areas and has been […]
Welsh Government sets out proposals to modernise taxi services in Wales
Plans to modernise taxi services across Wales have been outlined in a white paper on the Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle (Wales) Bill published by the Welsh Government today (Thursday 9 March). It says the proposals will deliver on its Programme for Government commitment to modernise the taxi and private hire vehicle sector and are […]
Sustainable travel plans proposed for Newport
Proposals to make major sustainable travel improvements in Newport city centre in south east Wales have been released. The plans by Welsh Government, Transport for Wales and Newport City Council set out a series of improvements to Newport railway station, Queensway and Old Green roundabout. Members of the public are being invited to give their […]
Wales abandons road building schemes
A vast number of the planned road building schemes in Wales have been cancelled, as the country’s Government prioritises environmental concerns. Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters says he’s putting climate change at the heart of decision making, saying “we will not get to Net Zero unless we stop doing the same thing over and […]