Department For Transport News and Announcements

Cutting edge rail ticket technology trials launch in the North

Sunday, 28 September 2025

Passengers can now sign up for Northern Train's digital ticketing trial. ...

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Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

Friday, 26 September 2025

West Midlands Trains, Govia Thameslink Railway, Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways set to integrate into Great British Railways. ...

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Calling all aviators! Government launches applications for next round of DfT aviation ambassadors

Sunday, 21 September 2025

Submit your application to become an aviation ambassador by 10 October 2025. ...

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New look, same message: ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’

Monday, 15 September 2025

New design makes the British Transport Police’s 61016 number clearer plus additional funding for CCTV at railway stations....

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More than £1.1 billion investment to boost growth, jobs and skills in UK’s coastal towns and cities

Sunday, 14 September 2025

Funding will help businesses and academia develop real-life technology that reduces carbon emissions from shipping....

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Government reveals effective measures to save lives and prevent railway suicides

Tuesday, 09 September 2025

Improved safety measures and increased support for people in crisis will help rail industry prevent and respond to traumatic events. ...

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Heroic British Captain receives prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for saving 89 lives at sea

Tuesday, 02 September 2025

Recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service 2025 have been announced....

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£5 million of government funding for 26 innovative rail projects to boost passenger experience

Tuesday, 02 September 2025

Winning projects focus on improving safety on rail platforms and enhancing passenger safety across the UK. ...

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£104 million government investment to deliver faster, more reliable travel for millions

Monday, 01 September 2025

Investment will help councils improve transport for local people, from cleaner buses to safer cycling routes for communities across England. ...

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Cutting edge rail ticket technology to be trialled across the Midlands and North

Sunday, 31 August 2025

Passengers can sign up for digital rail ticket trials on East Midlands Rail and Northern trains....

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Drivers to save up to £3,750 as 6 electric car models added to government grant scheme

Wednesday, 27 August 2025

28 EV models are now eligible for the Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme....

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All aboard for cheaper days out – the attractions you can reach with £3 buses

Friday, 22 August 2025

Families can continue to travel to dozens of popular destinations for no more than £3 for a single fare. ...

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Government discounts for electric vans and trucks extended

Sunday, 17 August 2025

Plug-in van and truck grant extended to at least 2027....

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Electric car prices slashed as grant scheme expands to 13 more models

Friday, 08 August 2025

The Electric Car Grant will make owning an electric car cheaper and easier for people across the UK. ...

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First car models approved for £1,500 discount to turbocharge the move to electric

Monday, 04 August 2025

The Electric Car Grant will make owning an electric car cheaper, easier and a reality for thousands more people across the UK....

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Rail boost for the North: Transpennine upgrade one step closer

Monday, 04 August 2025

Completed upgrades to Church Fenton to York rail line will bring passengers faster trains and more reliable services....

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First time buyers to benefit from 40,000 new homes on brownfield railway land

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

Neighbourhoods in Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham and Cambridge will be transformed with homes, green spaces, shops and hotels. ...

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Mayors and Ministers back British manufacturers and greener buses

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

Government ministers and metro mayors commit to greener transport and greater job opportunities across the regions....

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Electric boost: EV chargepoints in the UK grow by 27% in a year

Thursday, 24 July 2025

News follows last week’s announcement that drivers will soon enjoy discounts of up to £3,750 on new electric cars....

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Rail passengers in the North to benefit from simpler fares and cheaper tickets thanks to public ownership

Thursday, 24 July 2025

This initiative will expand the availability of advance rail tickets across publicly owned operators, to provide more options for people travelling ac...

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£30 million to decarbonise shipping, boost careers and deliver growth across the UK

Wednesday, 23 July 2025

Funding will be crucial in supporting the green fuels and technologies of the future, so we can clean up sea travel and trade....

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£63 million lift off for clean aviation fuels

Monday, 21 July 2025

Winning 17 companies will share £63 million to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and support 1,400 jobs in the UK. ...

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Next steps for self driving vehicles as future passengers help shape self driving vehicles law

Sunday, 20 July 2025

Have your say on the proposed automated passenger services permitting scheme until 28 September 2025. ...

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London to Essex c2c services return to public control in step towards Great British Railways

Thursday, 17 July 2025

c2c’s rail services to be brought into public ownership....

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Government agrees landmark plans to lay down the tracks for direct trains to Germany

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

A direct rail link between London and Germany could change how people travel between our two countries....

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Flying to become more accessible as Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson sets out key recommendations for aviation industry

Tuesday, 15 July 2025

The Aviation Accessibility Task and Finish Group will push recommendations forward to provide a better passenger experience for disabled people. ...

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Discount of up to £3,750 on electric cars set to slash costs for thousands

Monday, 14 July 2025

Car manufacturers can apply for the Electric Car Grant from 16 July 2025. ...

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New £63 million boost for Britain's electric vehicle revolution

Saturday, 12 July 2025

Funding will help to build a fairer, cleaner future where every family can benefit from cheaper, greener transport....

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School run superheroes to boost cycle lanes and walkways to schools

Friday, 11 July 2025

New junior active travel inspectors will work with teachers and parents to assess local walking and cycling routes around their schools. ...

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DfT issues warning about scam text messages asking people to pay fines

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

People receiving text messages claiming to be from DfT should not click on any links or share financial details....

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Department for Transport

Cutting edge rail ticket technology trials launch in the North

Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

Calling all aviators! Government launches applications for next round of DfT aviation ambassadors

New look, same message: ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’

More than £1.1 billion investment to boost growth, jobs and skills in UK’s coastal towns and cities

Government reveals effective measures to save lives and prevent railway suicides

Heroic British Captain receives prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for saving 89 lives at sea

£5 million of government funding for 26 innovative rail projects to boost passenger experience

£104 million government investment to deliver faster, more reliable travel for millions

Cutting edge rail ticket technology to be trialled across the Midlands and North

Drivers to save up to £3,750 as 6 electric car models added to government grant scheme

All aboard for cheaper days out – the attractions you can reach with £3 buses

Government discounts for electric vans and trucks extended

Electric car prices slashed as grant scheme expands to 13 more models

First car models approved for £1,500 discount to turbocharge the move to electric

Rail boost for the North: Transpennine upgrade one step closer

First time buyers to benefit from 40,000 new homes on brownfield railway land

Mayors and Ministers back British manufacturers and greener buses

Electric boost: EV chargepoints in the UK grow by 27% in a year

Rail passengers in the North to benefit from simpler fares and cheaper tickets thanks to public ownership

£30 million to decarbonise shipping, boost careers and deliver growth across the UK

£63 million lift off for clean aviation fuels

Next steps for self driving vehicles as future passengers help shape self driving vehicles law

London to Essex c2c services return to public control in step towards Great British Railways

Government agrees landmark plans to lay down the tracks for direct trains to Germany

Flying to become more accessible as Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson sets out key recommendations for aviation industry

Discount of up to £3,750 on electric cars set to slash costs for thousands

New £63 million boost for Britain's electric vehicle revolution

School run superheroes to boost cycle lanes and walkways to schools

DfT issues warning about scam text messages asking people to pay fines

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