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09 December 2025

Multi-year bus funding could support up to 3,000 new vehicles annually says industry expert

The government has announced a £3billion boost for services and infrastructure across the UK that are expected to provide cheaper and more reliable bus servicers for passengers.

Policy & GovernmentBus & CoachNews + 3 more
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03 December 2025

Rail safety education to become mandatory in English schools

Network Rail has relaunched its Switched On website ahead of rail safety education becoming a compulsory part of England's PSHE national curriculum from September 2026.

Health & WellbeingRailNews
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03 December 2025

CILT(UK) looks to grow its Next Generation Forum

Are you a CILT(UK) member who is a passionate individual that would like to get involved with volunteering?

CILT UK newsActive TravelNews + 8 more
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02 December 2025

Stagecoach East Midlands 'Fill The Bus' Christmas campaign aims to help local children

Stagecoach East Midlands will tour Lincolnshire this December collecting Christmas presents for disadvantaged children as part of a charitable campaign.

Projects & PeopleBus & CoachNews
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02 December 2025

Coventry study explores emergency medical supply drones for urban use

A new research project is examining whether drone technology could be scaled up to assist cities during emergencies, with a particular focus on delivering critical medical supplies.

Technology & InnovationAviationNews + 2 more
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01 December 2025

Alex Hynes appointed new CEO of DfT Operator

Alex Hynes has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Department for Transport Operator Limited, the government body overseeing the transition of train operators into public ownership.

Policy & GovernmentRailNews
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27 November 2025

CILT(UK) members gather in Wrexham to explore commercial vehicle decarbonisation

Transport and logistics professionals from across Wales and beyond met in Wrexham last week for a focused session on commercial vehicle decarbonisation, delivered in partnership with Zemo and the Welsh Government.

Sustainability & EnvironmentLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 1 more
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26 November 2025

CILT(UK) response to the Chancellor’s budget – Message from Anna-jane Hunter, CILT(UK) Chair

Following the Chancellor’s Budget announcement, CILT(UK) has been assessing the implications for the transport, logistics and supply chain sector.

EconomicActive TravelNews + 11 more
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26 November 2025

CILT(UK) warns EV road tax falls short without a real long-term strategy

CILT(UK) has welcomed the Government’s recognition that the UK must modernise how it funds its transport system, but warns that the proposed 3p-per-mile road tax for electric vehicles (EVs) must form part of a coherent, long-term national strategy – not a standalone measure.

EconomicTransport PlanningPress releases + 1 more
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26 November 2025

Members urged to share career stories for Generation Logistics campaign

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK)) is calling on members to help shape the future perception of the logistics profession by submitting your career stories as part of the Generation Logistics campaign.

CILT UK newsLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 1 more
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