Have your say on the future of mass transit in the UK 🚆 Your input can help shape what comes next — we want to hear your views about the barriers to delivering mass transit schemes, from planning to operation. Deadline: 31 August 2026 📅 Submit now 👉 www.urbantransportgroup.org/mass-transit...

Last week, the Transport Select Committee published a report on taxi and private hire licensing 🚕 In our latest blog post, UTG Policy Manager Monta Drozdova looks at the issues 👉 www.urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/06...

We're pleased to welcome 4 new members, strengthening our role as the UK’s network of transport authorities! Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority, Leicester City Council, @oxfordshirecc.bsky.social and Portsmouth City Council. Read our news story 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

We’re pleased to be supporting #BetterTransportWeek, a week-long celebration of how better transport can help connect communities and bring people together.

Where do the Conservatives stand on transport? 🎧 In our latest Urban Transport Next podcast, we are joined by Shadow Transport Minister Jerome Mayhew MP to explore just that. A must listen for those working in the transport sector. Listen here 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

New podcast alert! 🎙️ Jerome Mayhew MP is the latest guest on Urban Transport Next. Listen to the Shadow Transport Minister discuss buses, the railway, roads and active travel. Thanks to AtkinsRéalis for supporting the podcast. urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

We have been appointed as the Secretariat for the new Mass Transit Taskforce, announced today by Government. The Taskforce has been established to tackle the barriers to the delivery of mass transit systems across the UK. More info 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

We were in Darlington last week to celebrate the completion of the £140m Darlington station redevelopment. In our latest blog post our policy officer @gemmagates.bsky.social writes about the opening event and reflects on why rail partnerships matter 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/05...

It's #UKREiiF! A timely opportunity to revisit our 'Invest and grow' report, which set out how investing in public transport enables communities to grow, unlocks housing & employment development sites, boosts productivity & raises living standards 💪 urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

From Darlington to Devon... here's a selection of 7 case studies of successful local rail partnerships across England. They show individual stations up to whole programmes of work - demonstrating collaboration between local places and the railway. urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

Successful local rail partnerships are already happening across England. Together with Shadow GBR partners, we've published a collection of case studies that demonstrate these projects, from individual stations to whole programmes of work. Download ⬇️ www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

What is the Devolution Act and what does it mean for local transport? Read our latest blog post by our policy manager Monta Drozdova to find out 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/05...

Today's King's Speech set out rail legislation (through the Railways and Passenger Benefits Bill) as well as a Draft Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle Bill. We're pleased to see our transport priorities reflected in Government's new legislative programme. www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

• Strengthening the Railways Bill • Reforming taxi & PHV legislation • Expanding fiscal devolution for local areas Three of the transport priorities for the next Parliamentary session, which we called for ahead of tomorrow's King's Speech. 🚆🚖🏛️ www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

Government can ‘further unlock the potential’ of transport to deliver on its missions for economic growth and opportunity for all in the upcoming King’s Speech. We've written to the Prime Minister ahead of Wednesday’s State Opening of Parliament. www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

What’s ‘Better Connected’ and what does it mean for transport authorities in England? Read our latest blog post by our policy officer @gemmagates.bsky.social to find out 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/05...

Happy #WorldPublicTransportDay! 🎉 Today is a global celebration of the journeys that move us and the people who make them possible 🙌 As a member of UITP, we are proud to support this hugely important campaign 💓 One day. Millions of journeys. www.urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

🎙️ Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, was the guest on our podcast recently, discussing his vision for transport across Wales. A must listen for anyone interested in how @transportforwales.bsky.social is transforming travel in Wales. urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

⏳ Last chance to register for our live podcast with Mayor Helen Godwin TODAY at 12.00. She will share the West of England’s new vision for “a transport network you can trust” – focused on reliability, simplicity & greener journeys. Register 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

Mayor Helen Godwin wants to deliver mass transit for the West of England... high-capacity, high-frequency services enabling sustainable journeys. Join her on Weds, 25 March for our live podcast to find out more about her plans. Thanks to AtkinsRealis. urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

The West of England has big transport ambitions: 🚍🚲 45% of commutes made by active travel or public transport 🚶🏙️ 80% of people to be within 30 mins of a major employment centre by public transport Listen to Mayor Godwin on our podcast to hear more. www.urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

What could mass transit look like in the West of England? Whether tram, light rail, guided bus or metrobus extensions, Mayor Helen Godwin wants to deliver a high quality, high frequency system for the region. Join her on 25 March for our live podcast. urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

Are we seeing an end to bus blues? 🌟 Majority of England’s city regions saw bus patronage growth exceed national average 🌟 Greater Manchester saw +11% patronage 🌟 New Bus Services Act = more powers for local areas Read our 'Inside track' report 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

From new stations and new trains, to an increase in service frequencies on key routes - Mayor Helen Godwin has plans to expand the West of England's rail system. Join the Mayor for our live podcast to find out more. 🗓️ 25 March ⌚️12-1pm 💻 Online www.urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

📊 City region economies are starting to close the productivity gap. In 2023, every key city in England grew at or above the national average, suggesting our cities’ economies are turning a corner. More in our new 'Inside track' report. urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

🚨 Our new report on transport trends is out🚨 It shows: 📈 City region economies are growing 🚉 Rail is back at pre‑pandemic levels 🚍 Local control is starting to deliver - bus patronage in Greater Manchester +11% 🐝 ➡️Devolution continuing at pace urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

What does @mayorhelengodwin.bsky.social want to achieve with buses? 🚌 Affordable fares, new routes & longer operating hours, bus priority, greener & more accessible vehicles, & safer journeys. Find out more on our podcast - 25 March (12-1pm). Sign up 🖊️ urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

"Mayors and Mayoral Strategic Authorities truly understand their places, their passengers and their priorities. "For rail to truly succeed, local leaders must have a far stronger say." Our Director @mrjasonprince.bsky.social in Passenger Transport. urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/03...

"We need a transport network that people can trust, wherever they live, and to get our region moving." Mayor Helen Godwin will discuss her plans for transport across the West of England, when she joins our live podcast - 25 March 🎙️ Register for free: urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

"This is a moment of real possibility. After years of debates and reviews, we finally have a route to a simpler, more accountable railway." @mrjasonprince.bsky.social on why 2026 can be the year we let rail shine - in his column for Passenger Transport. urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2026/03...

New Urban Transport Next podcast confirmed ✅ Mayor Helen Godwin will share the West of England's new vision for “a transport network you can trust” – focused on reliability, simplicity and greener journeys. 🗓️ 25 March ⏲️12-1pm 💻 Online Register 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

How will rail reform and GBR shape the future of Britain’s transport? Rail Minister Lord Hendy shared his perspectives with us for our latest Urban Transport Next podcast. 🎧 Listen now urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba... Thanks to AtkinsRéalis for supporting our podcast.

We were delighted to welcome Lord Hendy to our Urban Transport Next podcast🎙️ The Rail Minister talked about the future of Britain’s railways and what reform could mean for passengers - a must‑listen for anyone working in transport 🛤️🧍🧳 🎧 Listen now urbantransportgroup.org/podcast/urba...

The Transport Committee has published its report into the Railways Bill, acknowledging the need for a greater local role in rail legislation. Here's what our Director @mrjasonprince.bsky.social had to say. urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty... committees.parliament.uk/committee/15...

🎉 We're thrilled to announce Richard McGuckin, Deputy Chief Executive of @lpoolcityregion.bsky.social, as our new Chair. Richard leads the region's ambitious transport programme - a multi-billion pound investment shaping the future of mobility. urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

🚀Cities Outlook 2026 is out now! 🏙️ Our annual report looks at how the UK’s cities are performing — and what that means for economic growth and living standards. buff.ly/w5hQiNS 🧵👇

🚉🤝 Our Director @mrjasonprince.bsky.social emphasised the importance of strong partnerships between Mayoral Strategic Authorities and GBR - to the Railways Bill Committee yesterday. 📽️ Catch up on the whole session here 👇 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

"There has been a palpable shift in the way people see the role of buses," says our Director @mrjasonprince.bsky.social in this @theobserveruk.bsky.social column. It highlights the success of franchising in Greater Manchester, where bus journeys have risen by 11%. observer.co.uk/news/columni...

How can locally-led partnerships between Mayoral Strategic Authorities and the railway be built as rail reform progresses? Our members, together with Shadow GBR partners, have created a practitioners’ guide to do just that. Read more 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

Government has announced new local powers to introduce pavement parking restrictions. Our Assistant Director Becky Fuller comments on the news. gov.uk/government/n... Our full statement 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

🗓️ New Year, new job! 🥳 Looking for a role that helps shape transport policy? Look no further. We're recruiting for a Policy Officer to produce impactful research, briefings, reports and much more. Apply by 15 Jan 👇 www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vacancies/po...

Government has today published its new Road Safety Strategy 🛣️⚠️📃 Our Assistant Director Becky Fuller responds. Full story on our website ⬇️ urbantransportgroup.org/resources/ty...

Is your current job feeling a bit last year? 😉 We're hiring! Join us as our Membership & Communications Officer to deliver industry-leading events, impactful comms & to work face-to-face with our members. Apply today: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vacancies/me... Closing date: 15 Jan

Extreme weather events caused by climate change impact our transport systems across the UK. It's good to see Government's 'climate adaptation strategy for transport' with adaptation objectives & a commitment to climate resilience standards by 2030. gov.uk/government/p...

Want to join our small but growing team? Based in Leeds (but with hybrid working), we're championing public transport across the UK. 🚍🚴🚋🧑‍🦽🚉🚶🛴 Check out our two new positions in policy and membership/comms. Details below 👇 www.urbantransportgroup.org/careers

It's great to see the Government reaffirm its commitment to West Yorkshire's Mass Transit scheme. Light rail systems support economic growth, promote social inclusion and bring environmental benefits in the areas that they serve. westyorks-ca.gov.uk/news/new-par... @westyorkshireca.bsky.social

Make your next career move a ground-breaking one! 💡 We're recruiting a Membership & Comms Officer to highlight the impactful work of our network of 15 transport authorities across the UK. A flair for comms & events is a must! Closing date: 15 Jan. www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vacancies/me...

Why was 2025 a landmark year for local transport? The key development has been the shift away from inefficient, short-term competitive bidding cycles to multi-year funding settlements, writes our Director @mrjasonprince.bsky.social for Passenger Transport. urbantransportgroup.org/blog/2025/12...

🚨 We’re hiring! Could you be our new Policy Officer & help shape transport policy across the UK? 📍 Location: Leeds / Hybrid ⏲️ Full time If you’re passionate about transport, this is your chance to make an impact. 👉 Apply now www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vacancies/po...

🚨 JOBS ALERT 🚨 We're excited to be recruiting for 2 new positions: 📢 Membership & Communications Officer 📝 Policy Officer This is your chance to join a small team, making a big impact on transport across the UK. Apply by 15 Jan 👇 urbantransportgroup.org/careers