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Grants will help innovators develop new concepts – such as an automated boat that could deliver parcels by water – to tackle pressing transport issues.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
New funding for a more reliable and sustainable rail network.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Appeal to rail unions and workers to not risk the future of the rail industry by striking, but rather work with government to reform our railway.
Funding will create a more resilient railway, giving passengers in Devon and Cornwall safer and more punctual journeys.
Package of infrastructure upgrades to transform journeys for train passengers in the North West.
Network Rail publishes report on strengthening the resilience of the UK's rail network against extreme weather conditions following the 2020 Stonehaven tragedy.
Funding of £1.2 million for digital rail signalling announced.
Rail Minister highlights how volunteers and enhanced cleaning will make journeys simpler and safer.
Government publishes Network Rail’s interim report on 12 August’s tragic derailment of a passenger train at Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire.
Plans announced today mean signage could be improved to protect pedestrians and motorists using private level crossings.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Andrew Jones views British Transport Police tactics to stop railway knife crime.
Secure stations setting the standard in reducing crime, safeguarding vulnerable people and ensuring safer journeys for passengers.
British Transport Police officer honoured for courage in tackling knife-wielding London terrorists.
Transport Secretary welcomes the independent Office of Rail and Road report into safety of driver-operated trains.
Campaign starts today at major railway stations and will be rolled out across the rest of network in England, Scotland and Wales.
Esther McVey to play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness of railway policing.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Rail Minister praises the work of the British Transport Police as preparations are made for devolving policing of the Scottish rail network.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Claire Perry showed her commitment to increase safety for women on public transport at a seminar.
Announces publication of the government's response to the transport resilience review.
Part 2 of the Triennial review of the British Transport Police Authority has been published.
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