Blog

Our blog offers commentary, analysis and insights on the latest urban transport debates from our team of experts, as well as our Director’s regular column for Passenger Transport magazine.

The Scandi approach to public transport

In his latest article for Passenger Transport Magazine, Jonathan Bray asks if devolution, franchising, innovation are getting results for the 'near perfect people' of Scandinavia, and what lessons can we learn?
The Scandinavian way to better public transport

Scandinavian designed transport

Our new report, ‘The Scandinavian Way to Better Public Transport’, takes a detailed look at how Sweden, Norway and Denmark deliver public transport that not only gives its customers exceptional service but also underpins macro economic and environmental policies at local and national levels.

Summer is here! But look what's coming...

In his latest article for Passenger Transport Magazine, Jonathan Bray says the political landscape has shifted in wake of the inauguration of new 'metro mayors' and the outcome of the general election.
Rail Devolution works report cover

Rail Devolution Works – here’s the proof

Satisfied passengers, stronger communities, improved economic prosperity and increased accountability – this is what rail devolution has brought to those areas given the freedom and flexibility to run train services outside Whitehall control.

We have the tools, now let's use them

In his latest article for Passenger Transport Magazine, Jonathan Bray says it's time to get serious about using the powerful array of tools contained in the Bus Services Act - including franchising.

The government's air quality stance is out of line with devolution

In a comment piece in the latest issue of Local Government Chronicle, Urban Transport Group Director Jonathan Bray was left feeling underwhelmed by the Government’s draft plan on tackling NO2 in towns and cities – especially as it relates to the role devolved regional powers could bring to improving air quality.

Why we are running a #transportskills week

Our members, the Government and transport users alike all have hopes and expectations for improved transport infrastructure both regionally and nationally. However engineering is just one dimension of the skills shortages that face the transport sector exacerbated by a workforce which is ageing and which does not reflect the diversity of wider society.