Transport East welcomes major bus and active travel funding boost to improve sustainable connectivity across the region

By Ashley Lawson | 11 December 2025 |

Transport East has welcomed the announcement of significant investment in local bus services and active travel from the Government, with £171 million in capital and revenue funding for buses until 2030, and £55 million in active travel capital funding over the next four years. The return to a multi-year funding approach is something we have…

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Ely Area Capacity Enhancement debated in Parliament

By Ashley Lawson | 4 December 2025 |

We’re grateful to Charlotte Cane MP for raising the Ely Area Capacity Enhancement scheme during yesterday’s Parliamentary debate (3 December). The debate echoed what Transport East, England’s Economic Heartland and our partners have consistently highlighted: Ely is critical infrastructure for both freight and passengers – not just for the East, but for the entire nation.…

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Will Quince reflects on the Autumn Budget

By Ashley Lawson | 26 November 2025 |

“There are several areas of today’s Budget that will have an impact on transport and for the East’s travellers. Our partnership strongly welcomes the confirmation of the rail fares freeze, as ticket costs is one of the biggest barriers to people choosing rail for their journeys. “Further commitment has also been made to the Lower…

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