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New Active Travel Strategy Approved
Half a billion region-wide investment would boost the economy by £350m a year Millions more walking, wheeling and cycling journeys would boost our region’s economy
Blog: What’s transport got to do with it?
“What’s transport got to do with health?” I was asked by a friend of mine with a slightly puzzled expression. This question came after I’d
Multi million-pound rescue package for bus services could be on the way
Transport leaders in the North East are set to discuss a new multi-million rescue package for the bus network, following warnings that cuts to commercial
Transformative bus investments about to begin
Young people leaving the local authority care system in the North East will receive free travel up to the age of 25 under plans being
North East awarded £17.7m in funding for active travel
The North East has received £17.7m in government funding from the fourth round of the Active Travel Fund to invest in the region’s walking, wheeling
APPG for Leamside Line Launched
A new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Leamside Line was formally launched in Parliament on 10 May 2023. Sharon Hodgson MP and Paul Howell