Latest United Kingdom News
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First Net Zero Transatlantic Flight to Fly London to New York in 2023
The UK government has provided funding to Virgin Atlantic to operate the world's first net zero transatlantic flight in 2023 using 100% SAF.
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ORR: National Highways Must Deliver Better Performance
The ORR has published its first report on safety on the strategic road network and says National Highways must deliver better performance.
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UK Transport Minister Dismisses Legalising Helmets for Cyclists
UK Transport Minister, Jesse Norman, has responded to a question in UK Parliament on whether the DfT will legalise the use of helmets.
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UK Funding to Help Develop Future Transport Technologies
The UK government has launched a new round of funding to help develop technologies for an improved future transport network.
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UK Adults Aim to Use More Public Transport and Shared Mobility in 2023
FREE NOW has published survey results revealing that over half of the UK public plans to use more sustainable transport in 2023.
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Amazon Launches Additional Micromobility Hubs in London and Manchester
Amazon has expanded its UK e-cargo bike fleet with the launch of three additional micromobility delivery hubs in Manchester and London.
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Rolls-Royce and easyJet Run Aircraft Engine on Hydrogen
Rolls-Royce and easyJet have run an aircraft engine on hydrogen power. This is designed as a stepping stone towards hydrogen-powered flight.
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ULEZ Zone to Be Expanded to Greater London
The Mayor of London has announced that the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be expanded to cover all boroughs in Greater London.
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Moove Announces EV Charging App for Uber Drivers in London
Moove has partnered with PAUA to develop an end-to-end electric vehicle (EV) charging network for ride-hailing drivers in London.
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UK Trial Finds Financial Benefits of Public Smart Charging for EV Drivers
Results from the UK’s first trial of smart public EV chargers reveal that smart on-street chargers could save drivers 604.65 GBP per year.
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V2X Technology to Help Autonomous Cars Safely Merge onto Motorways
WMG at the University of Warwick has presented technology allowing autonomous cars to merge onto motorways with improved levels of safety.
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'Bike Libraries' Improve Access to Cycling in Greater Manchester
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has invested 145,000 GBP in a new scheme that provides bike libraries for local communities.
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Voi and Bumblebee Launch UK’s First Wireless E-Scooter Charging Trial
Voi has partnered with WMG and Bumblebee Power to trial the use of wireless e-scooter charging at the University of Warwick.
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UK: TfN Opens Consultation on Draft Transport Strategy
Transport for the North has opened a consultation on a new draft strategy that aims to increase access to public transport.
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DPD to Start Using First Bus EV Charging Infrastructure at Caledonia Depot
UK delivery company, DPD has become the first company to sign up to First Bus's charging scheme at its Caledonia Depot in Glasgow.
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TfL and London Councils to Extend London's Trial of Rental E-Scooters
Following new guidance from the DfT, TfL has announced that its rental e-scooter trials would be extended in the capital.
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Industry Consortium Wants UK Government to Back Road Electrification Pilot
The Electric Road Consortium urges UK government to fund a pilot into an electric road system, following favourable study findings.
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HumanForest Launches New E-Bike in London
HumanForest has unveiled its latest e-bike model, which aims to make its services more accessible and efficient in London.
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UK: Neuron Mobility e-Scooters Could Contribute £14.9m a Year to Local Businesses
Neuron Mobility has published research revealing that each of its e-scooters in the UK contributes 11,500 GBP a year to local businesses.
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TfL to Restart Work on London's Walking and Cycling Schemes
Transport for London (TfL) is set to restart work on its schemes to make roads safer and more attractive for pedestrians and cyclists..
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Glasgow Installs UK's First Cycle-Activated Signs
Glasgow City Council has become the UK's first local authority to install cycle-activated electronic signs to improve safety on its roads.
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Nottingham Trials UK’s First Wireless Taxi Charging Rank
Nottingham City Council and Cenex have launched a trial that allows taxi drivers to repower their electric vehicles with wireless charging.
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New Report Reveals Public Support for Pay-As-You-Drive Scheme
Campaign for Better Transport has revealed that 49% of people support a pay-as-you-drive scheme, while only 18 percent oppose the idea.
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National Grid Charges Ahead with EV Plans
The transition to EVs raises doubts as to whether the National Grid will be able to manage the electricity demand.