Transport

The Government believes that a modern transport infrastructure is essential for a dynamic and entrepreneurial economy, as well as to improve well-being and quality of life. We need to make the transport sector greener and more sustainable, with tougher emission standards and support for new transport technologies.

  • We will mandate a national recharging network for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
  • We will grant longer rail franchises in order to give operators the incentive to invest in the improvements passengers want.
  • We will make Network Rail more accountable to its customers.
  • We will establish a high speed rail network.
  • We support Crossrail and further electrification of the rail network.
  • We will turn the rail regulator into a powerful passenger champion.
  • We will support sustainable travel initiatives, including the promotion of cycling and walking.
  • We will work towards the introduction of a new system of HGV road user charging to ensure a fairer arrangement for UK hauliers.
  • We will stop central government funding for new fixed speed cameras and switch to more effective ways of making our roads safer, including authorising 'drugalyser' technology.
  • We will tackle rogue private sector wheel clampers.

High speed rail network announced

Tuesday, January 10 Britain will have a national high speed rail network providing vital new capacity and faster journeys across the country from 2026.

Government determined to help UK car industry flourish

Thursday, June 9 New investment in the UK's automotive industry will safeguard thousands of jobs.

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A successful CPF conference

Baroness Warsi - Tuesday, January 31 

Sayeeda Warsi opened the first CPF Winter Conference.

Bill Cash on John Bright

Alistair Lexden - Wednesday, January 4 

John Bright was one of the giants of the Victorian era.

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Justine Greening

Justine is the Secretary of State for Transport and Member of Parliament for Putney.

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