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The boss of Heathrow has urged the government to develop plans to restart travel between “low-risk countries” as global lockdown measures are eased.
Amid the tragedy we have a chance to transform travel - Grant Shapps MP [subscription]
Over the last few days, for people returning to their jobs, the morning commute has taken on a new look. Instead of their usual train, bus, tube or tram, passengers walked, cycled or drove, following government advice to avoid public transport if you cannot work from home.
Monday, 18 May 2020
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- Motorways are like dustbins, transport chiefs told [subscription]Motorways are becoming “rubbish tips” because of the failure of highways chiefs to clear litter and debris, according to the former roads minister.
East Anglian Daily Times
- Taxi drivers and care workers among jobs with highest rates of coronavirus deathsTaxi drivers and security guards are among the occupations for men with the highest number of coronavirus-related deaths, according to new figures.
Reading Evening Post
- Two new M4 bridges installed in just over 24 hoursThe motorway has been fully reopened to traffic earlier than expected
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