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02 June 2026

CILT(UK) responds to the “Young People and Work: Interim Report”

New Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures estimate that more than one million young people (13.5%) are now not in education, employment or training (NEET) — the first time this figure has exceeded one million since 2013.

CILT UK newsDefencePress releases + 11 more
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02 June 2026

AI-Powered System Could Help Reduce Train Overcrowding

A new artificial intelligence-powered monitoring system designed to track passenger numbers in real time could help reduce overcrowding on UK trains and improve the passenger experience.

Technology & InnovationRailNews + 1 more
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02 June 2026

Businesses Urged to Prepare for New UK-EU SPS Trade Agreement

The UK government is urging businesses to begin preparing for a new UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement designed to make trade in food, plants, animals and related products easier, faster and cheaper.

EconomicLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 2 more
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02 June 2026

Belfast Harbour Targets Major Growth with New Logistics and Energy Hub

Belfast Harbour has unveiled a 25-year masterplan outlining £1.3 billion of investment aimed at expanding port capacity, strengthening logistics infrastructure and supporting economic growth across Northern Ireland.

EconomicPorts, Maritime & WaterwaysNews + 1 more
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02 June 2026

£2.4m Cambridge Cycle Street Opens as Part of Greenway Project

England’s first “cycle street” has officially opened in Cambridge as part of efforts to improve safety and encourage sustainable travel. The £2.4m scheme on Adams Road gives priority to cyclists and pedestrians.

Health & WellbeingTransport PlanningNews + 3 more
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02 June 2026

CILT (UK) Board Elections 2026 & Request for Expressions of Interest

Being a CILT (UK) board member is about more than turning up to meetings. It’s about sharing your knowledge, views and experience with colleagues and the organisation to make sure what CILT (UK) is doing and saying are the right things, things that matter to our members and the wider profession.

CILT UK newsActive TravelPress releases + 9 more
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28 May 2026

Three Years of M53 Delays Set to Test Logistics Operations Across the North West

Recent reports state that drivers can expect three years worth of disruption on the M53 due to the National Highways £50 million programme to repair the key motorway route.

Projects & PeopleLogistics & Supply ChainPartner News
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28 May 2026

Solvares Logistics selected by Wynnstay PLC as transport management digitalisation partner

Solvares Logistics is delighted to announce that they have been selected by Wynnstay PLC as their transport management digitalisation partner, supporting their wider Strategy Genesis transformation ambitions.

Projects & PeopleTransport PlanningPartner News
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26 May 2026

Support package for drivers and businesses to alleviate costs

The Government has announced a support package for motorists to protect drivers and businesses from rising fuel costs.

Policy & GovernmentFreight ForwardingNews + 3 more
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26 May 2026

Are bookable self-driving vehicles right around the corner in the UK?

Passengers may be getting closer to being able to book self-driving vehicles, as applications opened on Friday 22 May for operators to join the self-driving vehicles pilot scheme.

Technology & InnovationTransport PlanningNews
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