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Manchester wins transport cash

13 June 2008

Greater Manchester will benefit from a £2.8 billion funding package for public transport improvements as part of plans to introduce a congestion charging scheme.

A ten-year standstill

13 June 2008

A decade since its launch, the government's bold vision to improve the nation's transport system has hit the buffers.

JMP takes leading role in Scots transport investment delivery

13 June 2008

Transport consultancy JMP has won a major contract as lead development planning and management adviser for Transport Scotland.

Lib Dems aim for rail boost

13 June 2008

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to create a government department for the environment, energy and transport to co-ordinate policy under latest proposals.

Urban health tender opens

13 June 2008

The government is inviting towns across England to bid for up to £5 million to boost health and encourage residents to be more active.

Jobs cited in runway drive

13 June 2008

Birmingham International Airport (BIA) has said its controversial runway extension plan will improve local health by generating employment.

Manchester road charging endorsed

13 June 2008

Manchester is set to be the first of several cities granted extra funding for public transport in return for introducing a congestion charge.

South East requests transport infrastructure funds injection

13 June 2008

The South East England Regional Assembly (SEERA) has made a bid for more than 60 per cent of the government's £200 million community infrastructure fund (CIF).

Manchester charge

By Richard Garlick

13 June 2008

Public transport is key step to road charging

Business case for trolleybus in pipeline

13 June 2008

A final detailed business case for a £300 million trolleybus system in Leeds is being developed.