North East Active Travel Strategy Public Consultation

The proposed North East Active Travel Strategy outlines plans for a major package of investments in the region’s walking, wheeling and cycling network totalling £500m.

About us

We provide strategy, planning and delivery services on behalf of the North East Joint Transport Committee (NEJTC) and work tirelessly to implement our vision of moving to a green, healthy, dynamic and thriving North East.

Decision Making

Working on behalf of the region’s Combined Authorities to develop strategies and deliver substantial funding for schemes which will change the future of regional transport.

Strategy & Policy

Strategy & Policy

Making the right travel choice
Making the right travel choice
On behalf of the North East Joint Transport Committee we are working on a new strategy – Making the Right Travel Choice which aims to make it easier for local people make more sustainable journeys.  
North East Bus Service Improvement Plan
North East Bus Service Improvement Plan
The region’s first BSIP unveiled a new £804 million bid to Government which transport leaders are confident will transform bus services across the North East.
North East Transport Plan
North East Transport Plan
The North East Transport Plan sets out our region’s transport aspirations up to 2035. It brings to life our transport aspirations and includes a live programme of around 243 schemes which equal at least £6.8bn of transport investment.
North East Rail and Metro Strategy
North East Rail and Metro Strategy
Following the publication of the North East Transport Plan in 2021, the North East Rail and Metro Strategy (NERMS) has been created which sets out how Rail and Metro can play a key role in achieving our region’s shared transport vision and objectives.
Connected North East: Our Blueprint (2020)
Connected North East: Our Blueprint (2020)
Our ‘Connected North East: Our Blueprint’ document forms the basis of ongoing discussions with central government about regional transport and digital connectivity post Covid-19.
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) policy
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) policy
In March 2022, The North East Joint Transport Committee approved the first region-wide Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) policy, an outline of the region’s aim to lead the country in boosting the up-take of Electric Vehicles by developing and expanding charging facilities.
Latest News

Latest News

New £1 bus fare for young people and cheaper multi-operator adult tickets on the way
Young people in the North East are set to benefit from cheaper bus fares under the region’s new Enhanced Partnership, including a new £1 single
North East Business Leaders Urge Prime Minister to Fund the Leamside Line
Businesses from across the North East have today (Monday 20 March) written to the Prime Minister calling on the UK Government to commit to funding the re-opening of the Leamside Line, starting with a new Metro connection from Pelaw to South Hylton via Washington, known as the “Washington Metro Loop”.
Tyne Tunnels

Tyne Tunnels

Synonymous with the North East and comprising two traffic tunnels and a pedestrian and cyclist tunnel under the River Tyne.

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Transforming Cities Fund

Transforming Cities Fund

Funding capital infrastructure works to deliver benefits to sustainable and public transport users across the North East.

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Have your say

Have your say

Get involved in public consultations and share your views on regional transport matters including new strategies and policies.

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