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All London minicabs could be electric by 2030TfL says switching all private-hire vehicles to electric is "vital" in creating a "healthier city".

Bus links row over bid for 75 homes on 'unsustainable' site'This development would totally change the village’s character'

New passenger trains rolled out on rail line serving North WalesTransport for Wales’ first new Class 197e trains enter passenger service on the Cambrian Coast Line - although will only do part of the route inititally

Pedestrians and wheelchair users 'forced' into road by narrow pavementsThe trial measures will remain in place for at least a year and up to 18 months

Planned improvements to major road hit by congestion pushed back for 18-monthsThe A34 Stratford Road Enhancement Study — a £810,000 joint project between West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and Solihull Council — faces an 18-month delay and is now expected to complete in September 2028, pushing back planned improvements to congestion, cycling, walking and bus infrastructure including the Sprint scheme.
Birmingham Airport £2bn expansion to double passengers without second runwayBirmingham Airport's £2bn expansion plan aims to double passenger numbers to 30 million by 2041 and increase flights without a second runway, significant noise increase or public funds
Birmingham Airport: £3.75bn economic impact and 57,000 jobs as masterplan vote opensBirmingham Airport has published an economic report showing it contributes £3.75bn to the regional economy and supports 57,000 jobs, as public consultation continues on its masterplan to handle 30 million passengers by 2041