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Heathrow's third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves says
The chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade.
Major Cardiff Parkway train station project finally approved by Welsh Government
The major development planned for St Mellons in the east of Cardiff has been waiting years for a decision
Crossing would "improve port's connectivity" - Rachel Reeves
A transport boss and a business representative have questioned the chancellor's claim that a new River Thames crossing will "improve connectivity" at the Port of Felixstowe.
Friday, 31 January 2025
BBC News
- Call for rail project to use direct line to cityCouncillor Tim Huxtable wants the planned station in Aldridge to have direct trains to Birmingham.
- New 'job creating' rail station finally approvedThe project had been delayed after ministers called in the planning decision in October 2022.
- First 20mph year sees 100 fewer killed or badly hurtEx-minister says it shows policy was the most successful road safety initiative in modern times.
- Reeves changes mind over Leeds airport expansionRachel Reeves has said she would now support any expansion, despite previously opposing the plans.
- No targets for aviation or farming in UK climate planThe UK has set an ambitious goal to radically reduce carbon emissions by 2035.
- Heathrow's third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves saysThe chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade.
Financial Times
- Would you trust a driverless car?Despite the potential for safer roads, polls suggest public trust in automated vehicles is falling
- Wizz Air issues second profit warning in six months as plane grounding costs soarLow-cost airline hit by engine problems that have taken a fifth of its fleet out of action
- Heathrow third runway flights will take off within a decade, says ReevesChancellor also vows bat tunnels will not be used in UK infrastructure projects as she defends new growth measures
- UK forecasts small role for green airline fuel by 2040 despite Reeves claimsGovernments models suggest Sustainable Aviation Fuel will take years to make significant impact
The Guardian
- Washington DC plane crash live: flight data and cockpit voice recorders recovered, officials sayNational Transportation Safety Board announces recorders are now at a lab for evaluation; operation to recover bodies continuesFull report: cockpit voice and flight data recorders recoveredVictims: world champion Russian pair and US skaters were onboard crashed planeVisual guide how did the DC plane crash unfold?Reagan nationals main runway is the busiest in the United States, with more than 800 daily takeoffs and landings.The National Transportation Safety Board has investigated nine accidents or incidents at the airport this century, including two that were fatal, records show...
- How did Washington DC plane crash unfold? A visual guideMore than 60 people are believed to have died after an American Airlines regional passenger jet collided with a US army helicopterWashington DC plane crash latest updatesFirst confirmed victims include figure skating championsAn American Airlines jet with 60 passengers and four crew members onboard collided with an army helicopter carrying three soldiers while landing at Reagan National airport in Washington DC on Wednesday evening. Continue reading...
The Herald
- When will Edinburgh have a South Suburban line?On September 10, 1962, a train carrying passengers on Edinburgh?s South Suburban Railway rolled into Waverley Station for the last time, bringing an end to 80 years of service. It was far from the last word on the loop connecting up Portobello, Morningside and Gorgie and other neighbourhoods with the city centre however, as a succession of petitions, newspaper articles and campaigns have fought to keep hopes of reviving it one day alive.
- What the public need to improve trust in Scotland's railwayFor a passenger, what they need from the railway is simple. They buy a ticket, which should allow them to reach their destination safely, comfortably and punctually. ScotRail?s passengers are generally reasonably satisfied with their journeys ? 88% of them according to the latest Transport Focus Rail User Survey. It should be a routine experience, unremarkable, trustworthy and predictable.
Birmingham Mail
- Birmingham Airport changes for 2025 travellers including night flights, routes and McDonald'sChanges affecting all Birmingham Airport travellers
Birmingham Post
- Jaguar Land Rover pre-tax profit reverses by £100m despite sales riseAutomotive giant Jaguar Land Rover has posted a pre-tax profit of £523m for the final three months of 2024, down from the £627m it reported during the same period in 2023
Bolton News
- Commuters set to get 'cheaper and smarter' transport as launch of ticket approachesTravelling on Greater Manchesters buses and trams is set to get even cheaper this March with a new annual ticket allowing customers unlimited travel for the equivalent of between £2.75 and £4.10 a day*.
Bradford Telegraph & Argus
- Court quashes 350 fare evasion cases brought against rail passengers by Northern RailScores more prosecutions brought by three rail firms for alleged fare evasion have been quashed.
- Government would back further expansion plans for Leeds Bradford AirportThe Government has said it would back further expansion of Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) if the owners produced plans.
- Toyota could pilot hydrogen-powered taxis in BradfordA motoring giant could be rolling out hydrogen powered taxis in Bradford as part of a pilot scheme.
Liverpool Echo
- Merseyrail chaos was 'only third incident of its kind in a decade'Managing director Neil Grabham said the cold snap that brought network to its knees had been a 'fast paced' situation
Northern Echo
- Northern trains praised for safeguarding vulnerable peopleBritish Transport Police has commended a train company operating in the North East for its work to protect vulnerable people on its network.
The York Press
- Transport expert urges North Yorkshire tourism firms to promote buses and trainsYork and North Yorkshire tourism businesses are urged to promote the use of public transport and make deals with such operators to drive extra custom.
Wales Online
- Major Cardiff Parkway train station project finally approved by Welsh GovernmentThe major development planned for St Mellons in the east of Cardiff has been waiting years for a decision
Bucks Free Press
- Chancellor: Heathrow Airports third runway can be built in the next decadeHeathrow Airports third runway can be built in the next decade, Rachel Reeves has said, as she aims to boost growth amid the UKs gloomy economic outlook.
East Anglian Daily Times
- Crossing would "improve port's connectivity" - Rachel ReevesA transport boss and a business representative have questioned the chancellor's claim that a new River Thames crossing will "improve connectivity" at the Port of Felixstowe.
Other Regional Press
- Lower Thames Crossing map for M25 route, what still needs to happen and earliest it could openThe 2.6-mile tunnel under the Thames would be the UK?s longest road tunnel
- Relief road to get £11m in budget proposalThe Watlington Relief Road in Oxfordshire is set to get £11.1 million in funding from Oxfordshire County Council
Rail Magazine
- Plans for new transport hub and entrance to 'transform' Bristol Temple Meads unveiledAmbitious plans to transform the entrance and create a transport hub at Bristol Temple Meads have been unveiled.
The Business Desk
- Mayor appoints transport big hitter to review severe disruption on MerseyrailLiverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram, has appointed one of the UK?s most respected transport leaders to review the rail industry?s winter weather planning, following this month?s severe disruption on the Merseyrail network.
Aviation Industry
- AEF expresses frustration at the renewal of Heathrow expansion plansAEF today expresses its frustration and sadness that plans for a 3rd runway at Heathrow are back on the political agenda. Expanding Heathrow airport is one of the most destructive … The post AEF expresses frustration at the renewal of Heathrow expansion plans appeared first on Aviation Environment Federation.
Other News Sources
- Government eyes ?9bn private funding for controversial Lower Thames CrossingThe UK government has confirmed its commitment to the ?9bn Lower Thames Crossing, aiming to ease congestion and improve connectivity, while exploring private funding options.
- Royston railway plans fail to get backing?READY-TO-GO? plans to reopen a freight-only railway line to restore passenger services to neighbouring cities have been shelved after years of preparations - after discussions by transport bosses from Network Rail and the Department for Transport ruled out the return.
- Warrington set to feature in Manchester Bee Network 2030 rail planWARRINGTON is set to feature in plans for Greater Manchester?s integrated transport plan from 2030.
- The one major problem Heathrow must solve before expanding according to Surrey's transport bossA third runway will bring more passengers and staff
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