Posts Tagged ‘Transport’
Championing the East of England at UKREiiF 2026
Transport East made a strong showing at this year’s UKREiiF, where we supported regional partners to share the compelling case for investing in the East. Our CEO Andrew Summers used the occasion to set out a clear vision for the region, centring on three interconnected priorities: the need for significant transport investment to unlock the…
Read MoreGreen Book reforms could unlock investment in historically overlooked communities
The way the UK Government decides which projects get funded is changing – and it could mean fairer investment into places that have historically struggled to secure funding, including rural and coastal communities. The Treasury’s updated Green Book now recognises that while evidence and data remain important for showing value for money, they’re no longer…
Read MoreWill Quince reflects on the Autumn Budget
“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…
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 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…
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