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We want city-regions, their towns and surrounding areas to be green, fair, healthy and prosperous places, supported by public transport and active travel options which provide access and opportunity for all.
Latest press releases
Autumn Budget: City regions urge Government to extend funding to protect vital bus services
City regions across England are calling for vital funding for the bus to be extended in the forthcoming Budget, to ensure Government can meet its own ambitions on protecting and enhancing bus services.
Urban Transport Group welcomes Government's plans for how local bus services are run
The Urban Transport Group has today welcomed a package of new measures unveiled by Government which are designed to give greater powers to local leaders over how their bus services are run.
15,000 city-region buses must become zero emissions by 2036 to hit net zero targets, report finds
Around 15,000 buses operating in England’s major cities must become zero emissions by 2036, if city regions are to hit their ambitious net zero targets.
A Smoother Ride
Our report outlines how we can unlock a green bus revolution.
Urban Transport Next: Northern routes
Join our conversation with Kim McGuinness, North East Mayor - 20 November.
Policy topics
A brighter transport future - Join the Journey
Want to be part of our mission to improve public transport and active travel options in city regions? Discover the opportunities to become a member, official supporter or to partner with us.
Report
Rail and urban transport review - An assessment and ambition for a new government
This independent assessment explores how a future government could accelerate the delivery of improved connectivity within and between the UK’s towns and cities to harness these vital benefits and power us into the decades ahead.
Read more about Rail and urban transport review - An assessment and ambition for a new government
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