The Resource Centre holds all our documents (briefings, consultation responses, press releases and reports). Signed-in members also have access to projects. You can search the Resource Centre by topic or by type of document.
Resources
Resources
Rail Cities UK: Our vision for their future
June, 2018
Significant rail expansion is the 'only viable option' to help UK cities achieve their ambitions on economic growth and meeting housing demand, whilst also creating attractive urban centres with less road traffic and better air quality.
This report sets out a vision of what a step change in rail provision could mean for passengers and cities - and the obstacles that stand in the way.
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Draft National Planning Policy Framework
May, 2018
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Department for Communities and Local Government
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Briefing on Bus Rapid Transit
May, 2018
Bus rapid transit systems - find out more about how they can speed the bus past the traffic jams in our updated briefing.
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White van cities: Questions, challenges and options on the growth of urban van traffic
April, 2018
Our report, White van cities: Questions, challenges and options on the growth of urban van traffic, shows how van traffic is the fastest growing sector of road traffic with growth forecast to continue.
However, the evidence on what is driving growth in van traffic is limited and under researched.
This report explores the scale and nature of the growth in van traffic and the impacts on city regions across a range of policy areas, each of which play a key role in determining whether our cities are the kinds of places that people want to live, work, invest and spend time in.
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Number crunch: Transport trends in the city regions
April, 2018
Our report, Number crunch: Transport trends in the city regions, identifies some of the most defining patterns of the past decade (and projected future trends) that are changing the face of the UK’s city regions, and the way that people travel within them.
Ageing urban populations, rapid bus passenger decline and huge growth in private hire vehicles are just some of the dramatic shifts taking place in UK cities.
The report draws on data from our unique, free and interactive online tool ‘Data Hub’, which allows users to generate bespoke analysis, graphics and charts of transport, economic and population data.
Briefing on Light Rail
April, 2018
This updated briefing on Light Rail Systems answers some of the most frequently asked questions about this mode of transport, and presents the benefits that Light Rail can bring.
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UK Transport Governance - an introduction
April, 2018
Read our updated briefing to find out more about how transport is governed in the UK.
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Major Road Network
March, 2018
UTG response to DfT consultation on Proposals for a Major Road Network
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Department for Transport
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Bus Policy
March, 2018
This updated briefing looks at why buses matter and how bus policy works. It explains the significant challenges facing the sector and how city regions are backing the bus. It also sets out how the 2017 Bus Services Act could help make bus services better.
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Banks, bytes and bikes: The transport priorities of the new economy
February, 2018
Our report, Banks, bytes and bikes: The transport priorities of the new economy, highlights how transport needs in urban areas are changing amid the growth of the so-called “flat white economy”.
It sets out how this new economy is already a major driver of the wider UK economy, and how business sectors such as communications, media and information increasingly favour urban locations with good quality of place, as well as good access on foot, by bike and by public transport.
The report challenges monolithic views of what business wants on transport in favour of a more nuanced perspective which recognises that there is a new economy with new perspectives on transport priorities.
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Rail in the North
November, 2011
A booklet by the Rail in the North All Party Parliamentary Group exploring key policy issues affecting rail in the North of England.
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The rail industry - an introduction
August, 2011
A basic introduction to the way the rail industry works, highlighting its key features and mechanisms.
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Rail Cities in the 21st Century - The Case for Devolution
October, 2010
pteg's vision for rail in the city regions
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Moving city region transport forwards
September, 2010
An introduction to the work and priorities of pteg
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Young people and bus travel briefing
July, 2010
Provides an overview of the key issues around young people and bus travel.
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Transport and Social Inclusion: Have we made the connections in our cities?
May, 2010
This report provides a general introduction to the social inclusion and transport agenda. A public transport network that promotes social inclusion is one that is available, accessible, affordable and acceptable. The report takes stock of progress towards creating such a network and considers potential next steps.
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Full guide to the Local Transport Act
December, 2008
A guide to the opportunities the legislation opens up for local transport authorities
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Changing Highways Policy
February, 2014
This report to pteg by Atkins focuses on the most important recent and forthcoming changes to highways policy and the implications of these for Metropolitan areas, including in respect of air quality, carbon emissions, technology, the Strategic Road Network, road maintenance, road safety, planning, freight, management of road space and parking policy.
Options for Regional Rail - A review of ways to improve Britain's regional rail services
October, 2013
A report for pteg by Transport for Quality of Life intended to help widen the scope of debate about regional rail by considering whether more thoroughgoing governance changes might offer greater benefits and whether these benefits are worth the potential risks and costs associated with deeper reform.
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Delivering Successful Local Transport - the City Region Experience
October, 2013
Report by JMP demonstrating the sound processes that PTEs have for identifying the right projects and then delivering them efficiently and effectively.
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LSTF Monitoring and Evaluation Guidance - Final Report
May, 2013
Building on the work of the Department for Transport, pteg commissioned AECOM to prepare additional guidance for PTEs and other Local Transport Authorities to assist in the monitoring and evaluation of Local Sustainable Transport Fund projects. The guidance provides a practical approach to developing cost effective and affordable monitoring and evaluation programmes.
Freight in the City Regions
April, 2013
This report sets out the context for freight transport across our major urban areas, providing an overview of issues, trends and key policy considerations. The report also provides a policy toolkit for authorities to consider when developing their freight strategies.
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The Case for the Urban Bus - the economic and social benefits of investing in the urban bus
February, 2013
A detailed evaluation of the economic and social benefits of investing in the urban bus.
Moving on: Working towards a better public transport offer for young people in tough times
October, 2012
Aims to get local transport authorities thinking about how they can provide the best deal for young people on public transport in a difficult economic climate.
Working with young people to make buses better - a guide for the bus sector
March, 2012
Written after young people, bus companies, transport authorities and government departments got together to look at ways to improve young people’s access to, and experience of, using buses. A companion guide for young people is also available.
How can I make buses better? A guide for young people
March, 2012
Written after young people, bus companies, transport authorities and government departments got together to look at ways to improve young people’s access to, and experience of, using buses. A companion guide for the bus sector is also available.
Underpinning Policy - Modelling Bus Subsidy in English Metropolitan Areas
August, 2011
Forecasts the medium term implications for English metropolitan areas of changes to bus subsidy.
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ORR Retail Market Review
September, 2015
pteg's response to the ORR Retail Market Review consultation.
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Office of Rail and Road
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Network Rail Access Rights
August, 2015
pteg response to Network Rail Access Rights policy consultation
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Network Rail
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EC Regulation 1370-2007
July, 2015
pteg response to questionnaire on European Commission regulation 1370/2007.
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European Union
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The case for rail devolution in London
July, 2015
pteg submission to the London Assembly Transport Committee.
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London Assembly
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Monitoring Highways England
June, 2015
pteg response to the ORR consultation on Monitoring Highways England.
Consulting body:
Office of Rail and Road
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Mid Term Review of European Commission 2011 White paper
June, 2015
pteg response to Mid term review of European Commission's 2011 White paper on Transport.
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European Union
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Senior Traffic Commissioners Guidance document no. 14 on Local Bus Services
January, 2015
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Traffic Commissioners
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Local Authority highways maintenance funding
December, 2014
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Department for Transport
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ORR Retail market review
November, 2014
Consulting body:
Office of Rail Regulation
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Cycling Delivery Plan
November, 2014
pteg response to the Department for Transport's informal consultation on the draft Cycling Delivery Plan which sets out the Government’s 10 year strategy for increasing cycling and walking across England.
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Department for Transport
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Urban Transport Group welcomes National Infrastructure Commission call for long term stability for urban transport funding
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
The Urban Transport Group has welcomed the first ever National Infrastructure Assessment, published by the National Infrastructure Commission, for offering what it called a “powerful endorsement” of the case for investing more in transport within cities.
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‘Right direction, wrong speed’ - Urban Transport Group responds to Government’s Road to Zero strategy
Monday, July 9, 2018
The Government’s much anticipated ‘Road to Zero’ strategy on reducing emissions from vehicles is heading in the right direction, but at the wrong speed, the Urban Transport Group has warned today.
Urban Transport Group launches ‘Healthy Streets for All’ programme with public health expert Lucy Saunders
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Healthy Streets for All, a new programme to raise awareness and support UK cities in shaping urban environments around people and their health, has been launched today by the Urban Transport Group in collaboration with renowned public health expert Lucy Saunders.
Cycling and walking schemes are transforming UK cities for the better, says new report
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
‘Big shift to active travel in urban transport policy is underway’
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Rail Cities UK report maps out better future for urban rail
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Rail expansion ‘only viable option’ to help UK cities achieve economic, environmental & social goals
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Rail fares consultation “ignores case for greater fares simplification and integration in cities”
Monday, June 4, 2018
The Urban Transport Group has today responded to the launch of a public consultation on rail fares in the UK.
Government’s Clean Air Strategy ‘lacks coherence’ on tackling transport emissions
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
The Government’s new Clean Air Strategy lacks coherence and a truly joined up approach for reducing emissions from transport, the Urban Transport Group has warned today.
Bus partnership website relaunched
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Website aims to prevent ‘wheel reinvention’ on partnership agreements
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Growth in van traffic creating ‘considerable challenges’ for UK cities, finds report
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
The significant growth of van traffic in the UK is creating ‘considerable challenges’ for cities and urban areas, from poor air quality to congestion - a new report from the Urban Transport Group finds today.
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Dramatic shifts in transport trends of UK cities, revealed in new report
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Ageing urban populations, rapid bus passenger decline and huge growth in private hire vehicles are just some of the dramatic shifts taking place in UK cities, a new report from the Urban Transport Group reveals today.