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DfT announces first 'Keynesian' project

18 November 2008

The Department of Transport has announced its first major infrastructure project to be brought forward under government plans to stimulate the economy.

Johnson pledges Heathrow legal challenge cash

18 November 2008

London mayor Boris Johnson has pledged an initial £15,000 towards the cost of mounting a legal challenge if the government gives the go ahead to plans for a third runway at Heathrow airport.

Tube boss set for Crossrail role

17 November 2008

Terry Morgan, the current chief executive of Tube Lines, has been appointed non-exec chair of Crossrail.

Stansted campaign begins court battle

14 November 2008

Campaign group Stop Stansted Expansion (SSE) has lodged an Appeal with the High Court challenging last month's decision by the government to allow a dramatic expansion of passenger numbers at the airport.

Legal firms appointed to Crossrail panel

14 November 2008

Four law firms have been appointed to the legal panel handling the property acquisition and planning for Crossrail.

Setting standards in infrastructure delivery

14 November 2008

Help is at hand on how to identify levels of service provision required for developments as part of preparing local plans, Janice Morphet explains.

Rail line wins designation

14 November 2008

The North Staffordshire Line between Crewe and Derby via Stoke-on-Trent was designated a community rail service this week.

Bridge support

By Tim Williams

14 November 2008

Thames Gateway crossing needs new backing

Transport mini-event at Gateway forum

14 November 2008

A half-day mini conference on integrated transport will take place as part of this year's Thames Gateway Forum, to be held later this month.

Potteries potter

By Sir Peter Hall

14 November 2008

disturbing walk in well-linked Stoke