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Making the case for investment and supporting partners: Transport East at UKREiiF
Transport East journeyed north with regional partners to join UKREiiF in Leeds. This investment focused conference offered a fantastic opportunity to engage with delegates on the future of transport infrastructure in the East. Over the three days, members of our team shared insights, listened to stakeholders, and discussed the priorities crucial for driving growth, investment and connectivity…
Read MoreResponse to devolution consultations for Norfolk and Suffolk, and Greater Essex
Transport East supports the proposed Mayoral Combined County Authorities (MCCA) for Norfolk and Suffolk, and Greater Essex, viewing them as a great opportunity to strengthen local leadership, unlock funding, and improve outcomes through better integration of decision-making across sectors such as transport, economic development, skills, health, and the environment. The proposed geographies align well, with…
Read MoreResponse to the Government’s Rail Reform Bill consultation
Transport East supports the government’s Rail Reform bill to establish Great British Railways (GBR). We believe that delivering a more effective and integrated rail system requires GBR to have a whole-system view, with streamlined processes which could deliver quicker, regionally aligned infrastructure improvements. Regional decision-making, supported by input from Sub-national Transport Bodies (STBs) and devolved…
Read MoreVisit to Sizewell C demonstrates national significance of Suffolk and connecting the East
On 27 March 2025, Transport East’s Board and partner visited the Sizewell C construction site in Suffolk, a nationally significant infrastructure project set to deliver 7% of the UK’s electricity once operational. But like any large infrastructure project there are transport implications that require management. Our partners at Suffolk County Council have been working hard…
Read MoreResponse to Lower Thames Crossing receiving development consent
The announcement that the Lower Thames Crossing has received planning consent from the Secretary of State for Transport, provides clarity to all partners in the East. It will now be subject to a 6-week window for a judicial review to be lodged and we await government confirmation of the funding approach. The nationally significant scheme…
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