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05 Jun Coronavirus

Coronavirus: Number 10 defends making masks compulsory on public transport but not in shops

The Government has defended making it compulsory for Brits to wear masks on public transport in the coming weeks while not asking the same in shops.

27 May Transport

Rail Industry welcomes appointment of new Transport for London Commissioner

The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has welcomed the appointment of Andy Byford as the new Commissioner of Transport for London.

22 May Coronavirus

New data reveals hidden role of UK’s aviation sector

New data reveals hidden role of UK’s aviation sector – with unseen heroes at Heathrow bringing in 33% of vital medicine and equipment.

12 May Coronavirus

Independent watchdog comment on new government coronavirus safer travel guidance

Commenting on the new government transport guidance, Anthony Smith, chief executive of the independent watchdog Transport Focus, said:

11 May Coronavirus

Heathrow calls for quarantine exit plan to help reboot the UK economy

Aviation is the lifeblood of this country’s economy, and until we get Britain flying again, UK business will be stuck in third gear.

09 May Coronavirus

Coronavirus: Ministers unveil £2bn boost for cycling and walking in bid to ease pressure on public transport

The Government is pledging a £2bn boost for cycling and walking schemes while public transport remains “severely restricted” by the coronavirus crisis.

07 May Coronavirus

EXCL MPs demand urgent PPE for transport workers following 26 coronavirus deaths

A cross-party group of MPs has written to ministers and the Mayor of London urging them to ensure protective equipment is provided to transport workers as the UK eyes an end to lockdown.

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28 Apr Coronavirus

RIA launches new online mini-series to support rail exports

The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has launched three webinars, in partnership with the Department of International Trade (DIT), to support UK rail companies looking to export.

24 Apr Coronavirus

We need clear guidance from the Government to keep bus drivers safe from Covid-19

Our drivers are keeping the country going in extremely difficult circumstances, and they will be central to our economic recovery.

22 Apr Coronavirus

Treating trains like planes would revolutionise our railways

Railway licensing isn’t a bold, radical or exciting alternative, but a rebadged version of franchising, or nationalization-lite, but with the same faults.

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20 Apr Transport

RIA-commissioned survey reveals value of rail industry innovation – more needs to be done

A survey of around 300 rail business representatives has revealed the importance of innovation to the sector, but that far more needs to be done to get innovation into the industry.

15 Apr Transport

Ministers give green light for work on HS2 to begin immediately despite coronavirus lockdown

Work on the HS2 project has been given the green light to start immediately despite the coronavirus lockdown.

15 Apr Economy

Rail industry welcomes Notice to Proceed for HS2

The Railway Industry Association (RIA), the voice of the UK rail supply community, has welcomed the 'Notice to Proceed' for HS2 to begin the main construction works.

06 Apr Transport

Rail industry welcomes Jim McMahon as new Shadow Transport Secretary

The Railway Industry Association (RIA), the voice of the UK rail supply community, has welcomed Jim McMahon MP as the new Shadow Transport Secretary today.

06 Apr Coronavirus

Rail season ticket refunds: passengers need clarity and reassurance

Many rail passengers have thousands of pounds tied up in season tickets they can no longer use because of the coronavirus. Independent watchdogs Transport Focus and London TravelWatch are calling for improvements in the way the existing process is communicated to passengers.

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03 Apr Coronavirus

RIA welcomes Network Rail measures on supplier payments

The Railway Industry Association, the voice of the UK rail supply community, has welcomed measures announced by Network Rail to ensure prompt payment for rail suppliers.

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27 Mar Transport

RIA urges inclusion of electrification in Transport Decarbonisation Plan

On 26 March 2020, the Government has published a Policy Paper setting out how it will develop its Transport Decarbonisation Plan.

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26 Mar Environment

HS2 to start digging up ancient woodland from April

HS2 Ltd has confirmed to the Woodland Trust it will begin the futile act of attempting to move the soil from five ancient woodlands during April.

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24 Mar Transport

Heathrow calls on industry to use available capacity in fight against COVID-19

Heathrow will be stepping up its cargo capabilities as it calls on more airlines and freight companies to maximise the use of the hub airport’s quieter schedule so that the aviation industry can play its part in the economic and social fight against COVID-19.

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23 Mar Coronavirus

Temporary suspension of HGV testing will help keep waste sector’s wheels turning during pandemic

The Environmental Services Association (ESA), has welcomed new guidance issued by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) that it will suspend MOT testing for all Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV), trailers and Public Service Vehicles (PSV) for up to three months.

23 Mar Coronavirus

Emergency measures to support the rail industry through coronavirus - Transport Focus and London TravelWatch response

It is right that Government and train companies have has recognised the exceptional circumstances posed by coronavirus and allowed refunds on Advance tickets and unused time on Season tickets.

20 Mar Coronavirus

Train timetables across UK to be stripped back to 'core' service in response to coronavirus outbreak

Train timetables across the UK are to be stripped back to just a core service for the duration of the coronavirus crisis.

19 Mar Transport

Govt must agree an aviation relationship with the EU to protect industry standards and resources

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is vital in the enforcement of aviation standards across Europe, when the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) takes over, they must work constructively together.

18 Mar Transport

We must take action to halt the global rise in road traffic deaths

It’s time to put people before cars and back an action plan to half traffic fatalities worldwide by 2030