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• England has lost at least 1,500 bus routes since 2021, figures show

  07-08-2023 23:30
  
  Government accused of ‘vandalism against communities’ after cuts revealed in traffic reportAt least 1,500 bus routes were cut in the last two years in England, figures published by the Department for Transport have revealed.The latest report from the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain showed that the number of local registrations fell from just over 12,000 in 2021 to fewer than 9,000 in 2023, although the DfT said many of the routes had been reclassified rather than lost altoget
  
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• We asked 3,600 people whether they supported 20mph limits - the result was clear

  07-08-2023 02:00 via dailypost.co.uk
  
  Daily Post (North Wales) - The vast majority of North Wales Live readers said they were not in support of the change
  
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• Watch: New electric tram trains part of the South Wales Metro project

  07-08-2023 02:00 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  South Wales Argus - NEW electric tram trains that can carry more than 250 passengers have been unveiled.
  
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• Virgin Atlantic pilots consider strike over fatigue

  07-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Members of the Balpa union have
  
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• Uncertainty around the Deutschlandtickets future funding remains

  07-08-2023 02:00 via railtech.com
  
  Raitech.com - Since the introduction of the Deutschlandticket, there have been an estimated additional 170,000 train passengers per day, commuter journeys train on weekdays have increased by 27.5 per cent, and the number of weekend trips has increased significantly. Despite this success, the future of the tickets funding is not yet certain.
  
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• Transport bodies announce landmark Manchester regeneration strategy

  07-08-2023 02:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources - Network Rail and Transport for Greater Manchester agree plan to build developments around six major stations
  
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• The Guardian view on the digital divide: a growing problem that must be taken seriously Editorial

  07-08-2023 02:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Guardian - Ministers are complacent about the high price to society of pushing the cost of administering public services on to their usersFrom GP appointments to railway tickets to cashless parking, key services in the UK are being delivered digitally. For many, the convenience is a tangible benefit. But there are appreciable downsides for the millions of people who find it difficult to carry out basic day-to-day functions in a world that assumes everyone is comfortable online. In the name o
  
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• Tayside transport boss defends road charges and cutting parking spaces

  07-08-2023 02:00 via thecourier.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources - Councillor Andrew Parrott and other transport experts are considering road charges, fewer parking spaces and more 20mph limit zones.
  
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• Stadler to supply BB with battery- powered trains

  07-08-2023 02:00 via railtech.com
  
  Raitech.com - Stadler has been selected by Austrian Federal Railways (BB) for a significant contract to provide up to 120 battery-powered trains. These trains, known as FLIRT Akku vehicles, are intended to replace the current diesel fleet and enable eco-friendly operations on partially electrified rail lines. The signing of the framework agreement, along with the initial order for 16 FLIRT battery trains, is scheduled for autumn 2023.
  
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• 'Signage at York Place bus gate is simply not clear'

  07-08-2023 02:00 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources - I AM SICK of this debate about the York Gate Bus Gate fines.
  
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• Second attempt to create city centre EV charging facility

  07-08-2023 02:00 via thetelegraphandargus.co.uk
  
  Bradford Telegraph & Argus - Another attempt to install electric car charging points at a prominent city centre site has been submitted to Bradford Council.
  
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• Rail users say ownership of Powys bridge still in dispute

  07-08-2023 02:00 via countytimes.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - Talks to resolve issues around the ownership of Welshpool Railway Stations footbridge have reportedly stalled.
  
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• Rail disruption as drivers begin new overtime ban

  07-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Members of the Aslef train drivers union started another overtime ban on Monday.
  
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• Network Rails hot weather resilience preparation scrutinised

  07-08-2023 02:00 via newcivilengineer.com
  
  New Civil Engineer - Network Rails preparedness to manage the railway network in extreme heats has been put under scrutiny in a series of external reviews.
  
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• Network Rail applies for listed building consent to urgently remedy cracking on iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct

  07-08-2023 02:00 via newcivilengineer.com
  
  New Civil Engineer - Network Rail has submitted an application for listed building consent to the Highland Council for plans to repair cracks on the listed Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland.
  
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• 'HS2 poses a real threat to our homes and could change our community completely'

  07-08-2023 02:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Mirror - HS2 railway bosses want permission to build a "sizeable" ventilation shaft in a flood zone in West Didsbury, in Manchester, leaving residents "very, very worried"
  
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• Gatwick Airport Second Runway: Becoming More of a Reality?

  07-08-2023 02:00 via aviationsourcenews.com
  
  Aviation Industry- Gatwick Airports second runway is becoming more of a reality as the planning application to bring its existing northern runway into routine use has been accepted for detailed examination.
  
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• Electric car revolution 'will turn pavements into obstacle courses' by cluttering streets with charging cables, charities warn

  07-08-2023 02:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mail Online - Campaigners say replacing petrol and diesel cars could leave streets dangerously cluttered with electric vehicle (EV) charging cables.
  
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• City Airport chief: Post-Brexit London needs us to expand and fast

  07-08-2023 02:00 via cityam.com
  
  City AM - London City Airports proposed expansion is critically important to keeping the capital ahead of international rivals, its chief executive has argued, as the business travel hub fights with a local council for permission to go ahead with the project. City Airport has been locked in a battle with Newham Council over plans to expand its ...
  
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• Chiltern Railways warns travellers ahead of 10 week disruption

  07-08-2023 02:00 via bucksfreepress.co.uk
  
  Bucks Free Press - Chiltern Railways has warned travellers to prepare for 'major' works on the rail line which are expected to begin tomorrow and continue for 10 weeks.
  
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• Bransons Virgin Galactic is set to fly tourists to the stars but can space tourism become more than a hobby for the super rich?

  07-08-2023 02:00 via cityam.com
  
  City AM - Richard Bransons Virgin Galactic is set to launch its first tourists to space on Thursday this week. The Galactic 02 mission, which follows the successful launch of the companies first commercial flight in June, will carry three paying customersan 80-year old Olympian and a Caribbean mother-daughter duo. Launching from Spaceport America in New ...
  
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• Bournemouth Airport is 'stress-free' but can be 'expensive'

  07-08-2023 02:00 via dorsetecho.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - Bournemouth Airport is often praised for its staff but criticised for its drop-off costs, according to passengers on Google Reviews
  
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• £40M spent by Norfolk County Council on paused Norwich Western Link Road

  07-08-2023 02:00 via newcivilengineer.com
  
  New Civil Engineer - While Norfolk County Council has paused its work on the £251M Norwich Western Link Road while it awaits a decision on its strategic outline business case, NCE can reveal £40M has been spent by the council on the project to date.
  
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• 26 bus charging points for Craigavon ahead of electric future for local bus network

  07-08-2023 02:00 via armaghi.com
  
  Other News Sources - 26 bus charging points for Craigavon ahead of electric future for local bus network 'It is aimed to transition the Translink bus fleet to zero emission vehicles by 2040' by Micheal McKenna August 6, 2023 Comments
  Translink depot Craigavon
  Over two dozen electric vehicle charging points are being planned ahead of the future generation of buses in Craigavon!
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  Proposals have been drawn up for the Translink bus depot at Highfield Road.ADVERTISINGArmagh City, Banbr
  
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