Daily traffic & travel news

Published: 04 August 2026
By Chris Haycock

General

Mayor says rail service 'isn't acceptable' BBC News - The Mayor of the East Midlands says the level of service disruption on East Midlands Railway (EMR) due to a string of train faults mp;quot;isnmp;#39;t acceptablemp;quot;. (Various)

New PACTS Briefing: Powered mobility devices Powered mobility devices, including mobility scooters and powerchairs, provide essential support for many people across the UK, enabling greater independence,... The post New PACTS Briefing: Powered mobility devices appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

ITC explores long-term rail strategy The ITC held a successful Spring Discussion Dinner in partnership with Eversheds Sutherland on 14th April 2026. The event explored the role of and priorities for rail in a long-term transport strategy, and guests heard expert perspectives from Steve Allen from CPCS UK, and David Hoggarth from Transport for the North. An excellent and wide ranging discussion […] (Transport Wales)

Relief as tram lines reopen after three-week closure BBC News - Three weeks of disruption to commuters in Greater Manchester has come to an end after the one of the biggest ever upgrades to the region's tram network. (Various)

Setting the Challenge This is a watershed moment. This week nearly 60 countries gathered in Colombia for the first international conference ever to discuss how to move beyond fossil fuels[i].  The talks ended with agreement of a “coalition of the willing” to develop national roadmaps to transition away from fossil fuels.  Whilst this is a positive step, it… (Transport Wales)