AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPublic Transport Policy: Andy Burnham’s bus blueprint is back in focus as England moves toward 24/7 free travel for eligible disabled passengers and a wider push for public control of services, with mayors arguing it can cut costs and improve reliability. Local Rail & Roads: Transport for London is set to lift time limits for disabled passengers, while separate reports highlight ongoing pressure points on the network, from Tube assaults to road safety and enforcement. Freight & Ports: Offshore wind logistics gets a boost as Haventus and Dajin sign an MoU to combine Ardersier Port facilities with specialist transport and storage for wind foundations across the UK and Europe. Maritime Security: A sanctioned oil tanker has been boarded by Somali pirates again, underlining how quickly shipping risk can flare in the Gulf of Aden and off Yemen. Travel & Aviation Climate: The UK and Google are running trials to change flight paths to cut aviation contrails, as regulators look for practical ways to reduce emissions. Bus Travel Impact (Scotland): Transport Scotland’s evaluation says Scotland’s concessionary travel scheme is highly valued, with most cardholders satisfied and reporting real savings and better social access.
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