Transportation

Govt opts for status quo with new CrossCountry deal

Ministers have awarded Arriva a new contract to run CrossCountry rail services for three more years ‘as the future direction of rail reform takes shape’.

Government plans new 'test and release' scheme for air travel

Transport secretary Grant Shapps has launched a Global Travel Taskforce to implement a new 'test and release' regime to reduce the self-isolation period for those returning from abroad.
E-scooter scheme aims to cut recharging emissions

Two more government-approved e-scooter rental trials are underway.
Passengers not rushing to claim Delay Repay 15

The proportion of rail passengers claiming compensation for delayed journeys has risen but is still less than half of all those eligible, according to the transport user watchdog.
DfT contracts ferry firms (with boats) as no-deal looms

The Government has signed agreements valued at £78m with four 'experienced' ferry operators to mitigate the risk of disruption ‘as the UK and EU adjust to new border processes at the end of the transition period’.
Londoners face council tax rise, as Govt makes more demands of TfL

London mayor Sadiq Khan has said he will not accept the Government's demands as ministers put pressure on Transport for London to accept terms on any future COVID bailouts.
TfL bailout extended as ministers drive hard bargain

Ministers have agreed to extend Transport for London’s (TfL) emergency funding for a further two weeks amid claims that they are pressing City Hall to extend the Congestion Charge and cut back on concessionary travel.
NAO launches service access journey time tool

The National Audit Office has published an interactive tool that compares transport accessibility to key local services across England.
Brown signs off with a gong as Queen honours COVID heroes

Former Transport for London commissioner Mike Brown has been awarded a CBE in the delayed Queen’s Birthday Honours, which have seen transport workers and others recognised for their work during the pandemic.

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Refuse Driver (LGV Chargehand Driver)

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Refuse Driver

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Recuriter: Kirklees Metropolitan Council

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The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

£25,833 - £29,796 per annum

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Recuriter: The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Refuse Driver (LGV Chargehand Driver)

£22.995 - £24.258

It is an exciting time in Waste and Street Services at the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Greenwich, London (Greater)

Recuriter: Royal Borough of Greenwich

Citizen & Consumer Protection Team Manager

£41,881 - £46,845 per annum

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Parking Control Design Engineer

£32.430 - £34.794

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Recuriter: Royal Borough of Greenwich

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£33,600 - £45,400 per annum

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“ Chief executive of the Campaign for Better Transport, Darren Shirley, argues there is a chance for real change in transport and we can't afford to let it slip by. ”

The next physical Cold Comfort Scotland event will now take place on 22 April 2021 with its place in the calendar this September filled by a new virtual event – the Cold Comfort Digital Academy.

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The decarbonising transport consultation is a chance for real change

Darren Shirley

“ Chief executive of the Campaign for Better Transport, Darren Shirley, argues there is a chance for real change in transport and we can't afford to let it slip by. ”
Cycling revolution: Maintaining the change

Andy Pickett
‘Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.’

Jon Werran

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