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• Government to use Ulez expansion to attack Labour over ‘war on motorists’

  28-08-2023 23:30
  
  Ministers hope anti-green message will impress voters, as London mayor says he is ‘a doer, not a delayer’The government is to use the expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) to go on the attack over what it has called “Labour’s war on motorists”, part of a wider battle against green policies it hopes could prove popular with voters.With the extension of the clean air scheme to every London borough beginning at midnight on Monday, Sadiq Khan, the c
  
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• Issue with UK air traffic control system ‘identified and remedied’ but thousands still face major delays after fault – as it happened

  28-08-2023 20:42
  
  National air traffic services say they have fixed the issue that has caused a network-wide failure but significant flights backlog remainsUK air traffic control hit by network-wide failureHere are some photos from Heathrow airport after a network failure caused issues with UK air traffic control, leading to major delays.The Liberal Democrats have said the prime minister should call a Cobra meeting after a technical fault hit air traffic control in the UK.Rishi Sunak and his ministers need to get
  
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• The Guardian view on London’s low emission zone: doing the right thing | Editorial

  28-08-2023 20:12
  
  Sadiq Khan deserves credit for pressing ahead with a scheme to improve the capital’s airEveryone who cares about public health and environmental regulation should welcome the expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (Ulez), which launches on Tuesday. Air pollution is estimated to cause 4,000 premature deaths each year in the capital, with nitrogen dioxide from exhausts being the main danger, along with particulate matter whose effect is likened by scientists to inhaling tiny par
  
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• Why were UK flights disrupted and can passengers get refunds?

  28-08-2023 18:23
  
  A technical glitch at the national air traffic service led to restrictions being placed on UK airspaceUK air traffic control issues – latest updatesUK air passengers faced flight delays and cancellations on Monday after the national air traffic service was hit by a technical glitch and restrictions were placed on UK airspace. The glitch was later resolved but it continued to affect departures from and arrivals to UK airports. Continue reading...
  
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• UK flights disruption an 'evolving' situation, says Suella Braverman – video

  28-08-2023 18:22
  
  Suella Braverman says the ongoing disruption facing Britain's incoming and outgoing flights is an 'evolving' issue. Thousands of air travellers around the world face delays on Monday as Britain's air traffic control system is hit by a breakdown that is slowing takeoffs and landings across the UK on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Speaking from Manchester, the home secretary says engineers are working intensively to find the cause.More than three hours after it reporting the 'technica
  
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• Frustration at Bristol airport as air traffic control problems hit flights

  28-08-2023 17:48
  
  Delays and cancellations leave some passengers scrambling to make alternative plansUK air traffic control issues – latest updatesNathan Straeker and his girlfriend Adrienn Fuscsics had been looking forward all summer to their one holiday of the year, to Mallorca. But bad luck was to strike not once but twice as their flights were cancelled due to inclement weather and then air traffic control failures.The couple had arrived at Bristol airport on Sunday afternoon from Porth, in Rhondda Cyno
  
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• Issue with UK air traffic control system ‘identified and remedied’ but thousands still face major delays after fault – latest updates

  28-08-2023 17:00
  
  National air traffic services say the have fixed the issue that has caused a network-wide failure but significant flights backlog remainsUK air traffic control hit by network-wide failureHere are some photos from Heathrow airport after a network failure caused issues with UK air traffic control, leading to major delays.The Liberal Democrats have said the prime minister should call a Cobra meeting after a technical fault hit air traffic control in the UK.Rishi Sunak and his ministers need to get
  
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• Major delays for thousands of passengers as UK air traffic control system hit by technical fault – latest updates

  28-08-2023 15:21
  
  UK airspace hit by a network-wide failure for air traffic control systems with ‘traffic flow restrictions’ imposedUK air traffic control hit by network-wide failureHere are some photos from Heathrow airport after a network failure caused issues with UK air traffic control, leading to major delays.The Liberal Democrats have said the prime minister should call a Cobra meeting after a technical fault hit air traffic control in the UK.Rishi Sunak and his ministers need to get a grip on t
  
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• Technical fault hits UK air traffic control as passengers warned of long delays – latest updates

  28-08-2023 14:44
  
  UK airspace hit by a network-wide failure for air traffic control systems and ‘traffic flow restrictions’ imposedUK air traffic control hit by network-wide failureSarah Mayor (see 1:30) might be leaving Faro airport in as little as 10 minutes after being told her flight to London might have to wait a total of seven hours after the a network-wide failure for air traffic control systems in UK airspace caused severe delays.She said all the passengers are “thrilled” with the
  
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• ‘Technical issue’ hits UK air traffic control as passengers warned of long delays – latest updates

  28-08-2023 14:06
  
  UK airspace hit by a network-wide failure for air traffic control systems and ‘traffic flow restrictions’ imposedThe Glasgow-based airline, Loganair, warned customers they may experience delays after a “network-wide failure” has affected air-traffic control systems this morning.On Twitter, the airline said:There has been a network-wide failure of UK air traffic control computer systems this morning.Although we are hopeful of being able to operate most intra-Scotland fligh
  
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• Ulez expansion: what you need to know – and how to get a charge-free car

  28-08-2023 10:00
  
  The biggest change to London’s roads in decades launches on Tuesday. Here’s how avoid the feeHeathrow visitors told to beware of new chargesNo 10’s stance reverses ‘decades of progress’, says KhanReaders’ views: ‘Planet and health more important than cars’Despite the recent backlash, the expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) is happening. On Tuesday the zone will double in size to reach outer London, a change that means owners
  
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• Views on London’s Ulez expansion: ‘Planet and health are more important than cars’

  28-08-2023 08:00
  
  Readers say why they are for or against the expansion of the ultra-low emission zone across the capitalMayor says ministers ‘weaponising air pollution’Since moving to London in 2016, Alice Montague has noticed that her lungs have taken a hit. “Every time I have a big laugh, I cough,” the 32-year-old NHS worker says. “Maybe it’s not that, but I attribute it to cycling in London pollution.” When we speak, she is suffering from a chest infection.Montague, w
  
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• Work rate on west coast ferry must increase considerably to hit deadline. subscription

  28-08-2023 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  
  Times Online - Fears that modifications to Glen Sannox could hold up second vessel which is due to be named this week
  
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• Why Warrington ticket offices are really worth fighting for

  28-08-2023 02:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - During the course of my career, I have often had to commute to work. This was mainly by car but there were spells when it was more appropriate to use public transport, specifically trains.
  
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• Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

  28-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Drive down almost any road in the UK and take a look at the lorries. Ever wonder what's inside? Food, fuel, furniture?
  
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• Why Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's Drive For Quality Improvement Could Raise Ticket Prices

  28-08-2023 02:00 via simpleflying.com
  Aviation Industry- Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, the Netherlands largest and main airport, could increase its fees implemented on airlines due to the need for renovation at the airport. This increase in fees is likely to result in an increase in ticket prices for passengers.
  
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• Watch: Case Study the case for regeneration over replacing bridge structures

  28-08-2023 02:00 via newcivilengineer.com
  
  New Civil Engineer - This talk was first presented at the NCE Bridges Design mp; Management conference on 28 June.Hewson Consulting Engineers director Andrew Hodgkinson and principal engineer Michael Duvall provide a case study on refurbishing a bridge rather than replacing it.
  
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• ULEZ: Residents living just outside zone offered £100 a month for parking spaces

  28-08-2023 02:00 via cityam.com
  
  City AM - Residents of a street in Chessington which by geographic oddity is exempted from the ULEZ charge are being offered cash for parking
  
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• Ulez expansion: Sadiq Khan accuses Government of weaponising air pollution

  28-08-2023 02:00 via cityam.com
  
  City AM - London mayor Sadiq Khan accused the Government of weaponising air pollution ahead of his expansion of the capitals ultra-low emission zone (Ulez). In an interview with the PA news agency, the Labour mayor said he was disappointed at the lack of Government support for the policy and its accompanying scrappage scheme. From Tuesday, the Ulez ...
  
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• Train services in Shropshire hit as rail company suffers 'driver and signaller' shortages

  28-08-2023 02:00 via shropshirestar.com
  
  Other Regional Press - National Rail says two afternoon trains between Llandrindod and Shrewsbury have been cancelled and this morning there is "no guarantee" of replacement buses being available.
  
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• Tory leaders call for rethink on controversial rail ticket office closures

  28-08-2023 02:00 via express.co.uk
  
  Daily Express - Controversial plans to close rail ticket offices must be rethought, leading Tories have demanded.
  
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• The Cambs railway station that only sees 100 passengers each year

  28-08-2023 02:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge News - If you've ever been at a railway station in rush hour, you'll know that it can be hell on earth. Massive crowds, platform changes, people with enormous suitcasesall these and more could make anyone wish to become a hermit.
  
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• The beautiful Welsh railway line where people are left stranded, holidays are ruined and job interviews missed

  28-08-2023 02:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Wales Online - Transport for Wales has admitted that the Heart of Wales line has seen a 'higher than usual number of service alterations of late' and there are urgent calls for action to fix the problems
  
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• St Helens Central to Junction link explored in rail funding requests

  28-08-2023 02:00 via sthelensstar.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - A HISTORIC rail link that could vastly improve connectivity in St Helens has been put forward as a project to assess itsrevival.
  
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• South Western Railway warns of decimated strike services

  28-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Trains will be far fewer in number than on previous strike days, South Western Railway warns.
  
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• Slow Progress on Freight Could Undercut Shift to Clean Transport, Experts Warn

  28-08-2023 02:00 via theenergymix.com
  
  Other News Sources - Electric car sales are projected to more than double globally by 2026, but experts say eliminating road transport emissions by 2050 will mean throttling up efforts to decarbonize road freight and bringing an all hands on deck approach to support the transition away from gasoline.
  
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• Simon Lightwood MP steps up campaign to save Wakefield Westgate ticket office

  28-08-2023 02:00 via wakefieldexpress.co.uk
  Other Regional Press - Wakefield MP Simon Lightwood has launched his campaign to retain the ticket office at Wakefield Westgate Railway Station after it came under threat of closure.
  
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• Shipowners and traders clash over cost of climate regulations

  28-08-2023 02:00 via ft.com
  Financial Times - Dispute over who pays for cleaning up shipping emissions deepens struggle to decarbonise global trade
  
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• Seven wonders to visit with Portugals 49 unlimited monthly rail pass, from the Minho to the Algarve

  28-08-2023 02:00 via inews.co.uk
  
  i News - A months worth of rail travel works out at less than 1.60or £1.40a day
  
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• Scottish Transport Minister lays final part of new Scotland rail line

  28-08-2023 02:00 via railadvent.co.uk
  
  Rail Advent - On Friday, 25 August, track laying on the Levenmouth Rail Link project was finally completed when Scotland's Transport Minister, Fiona Hyslop, installed the final pandrol clip.
  
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• Sadiq Khan denies plan for London pay-per-mile road scheme. subscription

  28-08-2023 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  
  Times Online - The mayors own transport strategy is one of the documents setting out the possibility of new road-charging plans, but he says it is not on the table
  
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• Ryanair and Tui websites rated among worst for accessibility

  28-08-2023 02:00 via dorsetecho.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - Ryanair, Jet2.com and Tui have been rated as the worst major airlinesin the UKfor website accessibility according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
  
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• Railway fans invited to drive historic train in Cambs

  28-08-2023 02:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge News - This rare opportunity is not one to miss at Nene Valley Railway this September
  
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• People injured after P&O cruise ship 'crashes'

  28-08-2023 02:00 via news.sky.com
  
  Sky News - People have been injured after a Pmp;O cruise liner was involved in a "weather-related incident" in Mallorca, the company has said.
  
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• P&O Britannia cruise ship crashes during Mallorca storms

  28-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - A small number of people are being cared for onboard after sustaining minor injuries, Pmp;O says.
  
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• No 10s Ulez stance reverses decades of clean air progress, says Sadiq Khan

  28-08-2023 02:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Guardian - Rishi Sunaks lack of support for expanded scheme risks stunting Londoners lungs, says mayor in run-up to Tuesdays launchRishi Sunak has put decades of progress on clean air into reverse and now risks stunting the lungs of Londons children by failing to support the expansion of the capitals ultra-low emissions zone, Sadiq Khan has said.Ahead of the clean air schemes rollout to all boroughs in the capital on Tuesday, the London mayor issued a stark warning to Sunak who he said riske
  
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• 'Ludicrous' school transport costs called out by Gloucestershire mum facing £2,400 bill this year

  28-08-2023 02:00 via gloucestershirelive.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources - 'What are we meant to do if we cant afford it - every parent get on the road to drive our kids into school each morning and afternoon?'
  
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• Labour blames SNP incompetence for 'spiralling' ferry cancellations

  28-08-2023 02:00 via news.stv.tv
  
  STV - Figures show state-owned ferry operator CalMac cancelled 40,989 sailings between September 2018 and April 2023.
  
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• Edinburgh Waverley launches new Taxi Zone

  28-08-2023 02:00 via railadvent.co.uk
  
  Rail Advent - This week, Edinburgh Waverley station officially launched its new dedicated taxi zone in the New Street car park.
  
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• Catch The Bus Month campaign launched to boost bus travel

  28-08-2023 02:00 via https
  Other Regional Press - A NEW campaign has been launched to encourage more people to catch buses across the Stroud district.
  
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• CalMac defends record in wake of 'spiralling' ferry cancellations

  28-08-2023 02:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The Herald - Ferry operator CalMac has defended its record after new figures revealed "spiralling" cancellations impacting lifeline ferry services to island communities.
  
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• Building transport in Britain doesnt have to be this hard

  28-08-2023 02:00 via capx.co
  
  Other News Sources - It costs more to build new roads, railways and tramlines in Britain than it does almost anywhere else in the world. With major infrastructure projects like HS2 at risk of cancellation due to spiralling costs and frequent delays, it is worth reflecting on the fact that it doesnt seem to be this hard everywhere.
  
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• Bridgwater drivers protesting to save 'vital hub' bus depot

  28-08-2023 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Bus drivers gathered in protest against the planned closure of a bus depot described as a "vital hub" in Somerset.
  
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• Birmingham airport to install 12,800 solar panels

  28-08-2023 02:00 via businesstraveller.com
  
  Other News Sources - Birmingham airport (BHX) has announced plans to install thousands of solar panels, to help it reach its target of net zero operations by 2033.
  
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• Arup appoints new Southeast Asia Rail Leader

  28-08-2023 02:00 via arup.com
  
  Other News Sources - Charles Im has been appointed as Arups new Rail Leader for Southeast Asia, further strengthening the firms established rail business across the region.
  
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• All aboard for West Midland community rail grants

  28-08-2023 02:00 via coventryobserver.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press - COMMUNITIES across the region will be able to bid for up to £10,000 to carry out projects to help transform their areas through a grants scheme by West Midlands Railway (WMR).
  
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