The Latest Breaking News from DfT

Cuts to rail funding increases risk of serious crash, union warns

"If the Network Rail cuts go ahead it will mean the loss of safety-critical jobs"

Manchester Evening News · May 4, 2022

Network Rail’s proposed cuts put passengers at risk, say unions

TUC says saving £100m a year on maintenance workforce could lead to more serious accidents

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2022

Rail funding cuts will increase risk of serious crashes, warn unions

The TUC said it would be ‘impossible’ to make planned cuts without losing ‘safety-critical jobs’.

The Independent UK · May 3, 2022

Private e-scooters could soon be made legal on public roads

'If these things exist they need to be made safe'

Wales Online · Apr 27, 2022

Minister indicates private e-scooters could be legalised for use on roads

E-scooters can currently only be used on England’s roads if they are part of trials of rental schemes.

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2022

Rail strikes: Is a nationwide walkout on the cards and how will trains be affected?

‘A national rail strike will bring the country to a standstill, but our members’ livelihoods and passenger safety are our priorities,’ says union

The Independent UK · Apr 21, 2022

Highway Code rule change will allow some drivers to watch TV whilst on the road

There has been a shake up to the Highway Code which means that some drivers may be able to watch television when they are on the roads, with some hailing it as a 'milestone'.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 20, 2022

'Disappointment' at delay to Portishead railway line project

Transport secretary Grant Shapps has raised concerns over the cost of the project

Birmingham Post · Apr 20, 2022

Highway code changes will allow drivers to watch TV in self-driving cars

There are currently no vehicles approved for self-driving on roads in the UK, but the first could be given the green light this year

The Independent UK · Apr 20, 2022

Highway Code rule changes will let drivers watch TV at the wheel in self-driving cars - but not use their phones

Although currently not allowed on our roads, they are definitely in the pipeline

Manchester Evening News · Apr 20, 2022