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Statement on the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II

September 8, 2022

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of our Queen, Her Majesty Elizabeth II and thank her for her dedicated service to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. We join in mourning with the Royal Family and share with them our sincere condolences. As a mark of respect during the national period of…

Transport East responds to TfL’s ULEZ expansion consultation

August 10, 2022

Transport East has submitted its response to Transport for London’s ultra-low emissions zone (ULEZ) expansion consultation. As the Sub-national Transport Body for Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock, our partnership provides a single voice for councils, business leaders and partners on our region’s transport strategy and strategic transport investment priorities. The proposal to extend the…

Another year of increased government funding shows growing confidence in Transport East 

July 21, 2022

We can push on with plans to accelerate better and more sustainable transport connections for the East of England, after securing over £750,000 from the Department of Transport.     The funding provided will support the partnership to finalise and implement Transport East’s regional Transport Strategy, as well as support the delivery of our ambitious Business…

Government’s Future of Freight Plan sets direction for crucial sector in the East

June 22, 2022

The Department for Transport has published it’s Future of Freight Plan. The role of the Transport East region in the movement of goods both nationally and internationally is crucial to the success of businesses across the UK, which is why one of the priorities in our emerging Transport Strategy is ‘Unlocking Global Gateways’. There is…

We’re hiring!

April 8, 2022

We are expanding the Transport East team. We have four exciting permanent positions open for experienced transport and communications professionals who are passionate about improving transport across the East. Closing date for all roles is 3 May 2022. Transport East operates in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote working and regular time in our…