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Published: 24 August 2026
By Chris Haycock

General

Summer Thought Leadership Dinner In partnership with Eversheds Sutherland, the ITC looks forward to its Summer Thought Leadership Dinner on Tuesday 30th June. This event will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will reshape the future of transport and transport policy in Britain. The dinner  is invitation only but if you would like to be considered for a place please […] (Transport Wales)

Union plans new strikes over train safety concerns BBC News - Fresh strike dates have been announced for union members working at East Midlands Railway (EMR) over "safety concerns" with a new fleet of trains. (Various)

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)

PACTS 34th Westminster Lecture This year’s Westminster Lecture will be delivered on 16th November 2026 by Phil Jones and Lee Waters, on ‘Adopt or Justify: the... The post PACTS 34th Westminster Lecture appeared first on PACTS. (Transport Wales)

Train announcements too loud, say neighbours BBC News - People living near a new city railway station said platform announcements were so loud it had ruined the "peace and calm" of their gardens and allotments. (Various)