Tag #Transport Policy

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London Congestion Charge: EV Exemption Ends, Fees Rise

The Mayor of London is proposing changes to London's congestion charge, including a fee increase to £18 and ending EV exemptions, instead introducing a discount system. This aims to manage traffic and generate revenue, starting January 2026.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Deutsche Bahn Scraps Family Rail Reservations, Facing Backlash

Deutsche Bahn is eliminating its family train-ticket reservation plan on June 15th, raising prices significantly for families and drawing strong criticism from politicians; the government won't intervene, and Deutsche Bahn will maintain its policy despite negative publicity and petitions.

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Reduced Inequality
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GBR Launches First Train Service, Beginning Nationalization of British Railways

Great British Railways (GBR) launched its first train service on May 25th, 2025, from London Waterloo to Shepperton, marking the beginning of the nationalization of British railways under the Labour government's plan to bring ten companies under public ownership by October 2027.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Armenia Subsidizes Bicycle Loans for Students Amidst Infrastructure Concerns

The Armenian government will subsidize bicycle loans for students and lecturers to promote healthy lifestyles and alternative transportation, allocating 250 million drams over five years, despite concerns about inadequate cycling infrastructure and safety.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Scotland's "Just Transition" Plan: New Measures Target Drivers Amidst Public Transport Shortcomings

The Scottish government's draft "just transition plan" proposes reducing car usage by 2045 via smaller parking spaces, road user charges, and reduced car ownership per household, despite inadequate public transport and high Low Emission Zone fines totaling £12 million in Scotland's largest cities.

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Climate Action
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"Saxony-Anhalt Counties Question Germany Ticket Funding for 2024"

"Saxony-Anhalt counties express concerns over Germany ticket funding in 2024, citing insufficient cost coverage despite a price increase to \u20ac58; some counties, like Stendal, are considering withdrawal if federal and state funding remains inadequate."

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Elderly Driver's Fatal Crash Spurs UK Road Safety Review

On August 2024, in Beaumaris, Anglesey, Stephen and Katherine Burch (65) died when Humphrey John Pickering (81) lost control of his car, accelerating from 25mph to 55mph in a 20mph zone, prompting calls for stricter regulations on older drivers.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Toll Hike Sparks Debate Over Fairness

Sydney Harbour Bridge tolls rose 3.2 percent on July 1, primarily affecting north shore drivers to fund a $60 weekly toll cap mostly benefiting western Sydney, sparking debate over fairness and systemic issues in Sydney's toll system.

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Netherlands reinstates 130 km/h speed limit on select highways

Starting Monday, April 15th, 2025, the Netherlands reintroduced a 130 km/h speed limit on three highway sections (A7, A6, and a future A37 section), totaling 117 km, despite environmental concerns, aiming for increased driver freedom while adhering to nitrogen and noise standards.

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Climate Action
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Victoria to Cap Parking Near Suburban Rail Loop Stations

The Victorian government plans to create "car-lite" zones around Suburban Rail Loop stations in six suburbs by 2041, limiting parking spaces in new developments and potentially repurposing existing car parks, aiming to reduce car ownership and encourage public transport use by 17,500 fewer car space...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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European Rail Report: DB and FlixTrain Lag in Punctuality, but Excel in Other Areas

A Transport & Environment report ranked 27 European railway companies, revealing that while Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain lag in punctuality—with only 60% of Europeans satisfied with their national train punctuality—they excel in other areas like onboard experience and booking convenience; Trenitalia ...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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