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Once again, we report on some interesting and important issues of policy and governance significantly affecting local transport.
Our main story relates to the future of the Sub-National Transport Bodies, for most of which it appears to be in doubt as a result of decisions about the Department for Transport funding of them. It would seem that only the statutory Transport for the North, and one of the seven non-statutory ones has a secure future. We also look at progress with the delivery of the new rail industry regime under Great British Railways and the continued wait for the required legislation to establish it and the role of the Shadow GBR in the mean time.
Our other stories include further developments in the switch to EVs and urban air quality levels, road safety, highway management, traffic enforcement, and a number of developments in public transport fares and ticketing. Plus a row over speed restrictions introduced on the Cambridgeshire busway in the wake of criticism over its safety record and the need for additional protective measures.
Our expert contributing columnist in this issue is David Metz, who reflects upon the delivery performance of the Department for Transport and whether it is structured and run in the most effective way, and how it responds to external criticism and feedback, particularly that provided by the House of Commons Transport Select Committee.
We have a special expert contributed article on approaches to successfully integrating transport planning and housing development, including a new tool to support place-specific transport options analysis and achieve sustainable and less car-dependent accessibility provision.
In his Editorial Opinion, Peter Stonham considers the key issues that should underpin decision-making about new towns and urban extensions to ensure they have a desirable character and functionality as places to live, and the role of transport provision in that mix, both for meeting present needs and in anticipation of future social and economic developments.
May we remind you of this year’s forthcoming Local Transport Summit, which will take place in Derby on 18-19 November. As usual, we offer priority attendance to LTT readers and would encourage you to register your interest as soon as possible. Just visit the website (https://www.landorlinks.uk/local-transport-summit-2025)
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