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New car sales accelerate in May
New car sales in the UK rose 7.9% in May, the industry body says, the largest increase for almost two years.
£80,000 transport bonuses riding on Olympics
TfL chiefs are set to reap big sums if the system works smoothly during the games, while bus drivers vote on strike action over a £500 claim
Baker critical of rail fares 'lottery'
A transport minister has criticised the 'lottery' of rail fare tariffs, even though ATOC has said it has tried to make the structure more straightforward. A new survey has revealed that many passengers are puzzled about the rules for peak hour travel and Advance ticket restrictions.
Ministers propose revisions to EU airport noise regulations
The European Commission (EC) is recommending the adoption of ICAO’s so-called "balanced approach" to replace existing regulation on noise management at the region’s airports. At Thursday’s Council of EU Transport Ministers, the EC recommended that the ICAO standards and EU best practice in noise management become European law in order to even out disparities between states and ensure that certain processes are adhered to where measures are taken to mitigate air traffic noise.
Saturday, 09 June 2012
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- Cycle body prompts helmet rowA LEADING Edinburgh cycling group has sparked controversy by saying cyclists should not be forced to wear helmets – and has even pledged to refuse to publicise events which make them compulsory.
The Press and Journal (Aberdeen)
- Bike course braces for influxFort William will play host to around 20,000 visitors this weekend as well as the elite of the mountain biking fraternity.
Other Regional Press
- Bike fun pedallersThe people of Preston are gearing up to get on their bikes for a mass cycling event.
Other News Sources
- UN bike ride highlights importance of sustainable transportUnited Nations officials, diplomats and members of civil society organizations today took part in a bike ride in New York City to highlight the benefits of bicycling as a sustainable urban transportat
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