Transport for the North

From Saturday 2 August, major upgrade works begin across three weekends as part of The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) helping to deliver faster, more reliable journeys in future. What’s happening: • New deck installation at Station Road bridge • Nearly 2km of track renewed • Overhead line foundations installed • Bridge upgrades across West Yorkshire, including Mirfield These upgrades are laying the groundwork for a better connected North. for more information: https://lnkd.in/e4PyWhbv

Freight and logistics enable the movement of goods across the North. In our new guide, we explain consolidation centres – providing evidence to help local authorities in their planning. https://lnkd.in/eek4ym9p

Fantastic to host a roundtable today with the Independent Transport Commission!   Bringing together leading voices from government, academia, and industry to discuss the future of transport project appraisal.   We explored how the appraisal process could better reflect the real needs of people and places, building on the recent Green Book Review.   This discussion builds on our Northern Appraisal Playbook, released earlier this year. The playbook offers guidance to our Northern partners on how to apply the flexibilities of the Green Book and Transport Analysis Guidance. https://lnkd.in/etaVS9Gu

📅 We’ll be back at Huddersfield Bus Station on Monday, 4 August, 12pm – 4pm. Come and chat to the team about our latest £27 million plans to transform the town’s bus station with Kirklees Council. Can’t make it? Visit https://lnkd.in/gbt94cpV

A new Local Transport Plan in West Yorkshire is being developed to shape how we get around in the years to come, from walking and wheeling to buses and cars. - Sets the direction for transport across West Yorkshire - Aims to make travel safer, greener and more accessible West Yorkshire Combined Authority Have your say before 30 Sept: https://lnkd.in/dQwuJNVk.

Ministers and metro mayors met yesterday to back a 10 year pipeline of zero emission bus orders, giving UK manufacturers the confidence to invest, grow and create more skilled jobs. - Stronger supply chain for UK built electric buses - Cleaner air and greener travel for passengers - More control for local authorities with the new Bus Services Bill This is a huge step forward for sustainable, inclusive public transport.

Big news for Bee Network passengers in Greater Manchester. From Friday 1 August, anyone with an older or disabled person’s travel pass can use it at any time of day, not just after 9:30 a.m. - More freedom to travel - Easier access to appointments, work, volunteering & more - Part of a trial running through August 2025 This change could make a big difference for thousands, especially those who rely on buses the most. Transport for Greater Manchester For more info: https://lnkd.in/e88XY7P6

Congratulations to the The North East Combined Authority for rolling out 40 fast electric vehicle chargers in Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, and North Tyneside. Led by the North East Combined Authority and delivered with Zest the rollout starts immediately and targets key sites like leisure centres, car parks, and tourist hotspots. This reflects the direction set out in our EVCI Framework, helping partners deliver smarter and more inclusive EV infrastructure. For more info: https://lnkd.in/erXmWM9H

📅 Join us at Huddersfield Bus Station tomorrow, Wednesday 30 July, 10am-1pm. Come and chat to the team about our latest £27 million plans to transform the town’s bus station with Kirklees Council. Can’t make it? Find out more and have your say at https://lnkd.in/gbt94cpV.

Eleven new subsidised bus services across Westmorland and Furness have now been operating since Spring, and the summer holidays mean more people can get about to more places without having to use a car. Amongst the new routes is the 105 linking Greystoke and Penrith. Why not use it to visit Greystoke Castle, the village's open air heated swimming pool and other attractions in the village? #CommunityPower