Government backs rail reform vision but resists key amendments in response to Railways Bill scrutiny Train on a platform

The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sweeping reform centred on the creation of Great British Railways (GBR), while resisting a series...

Dan Benn Wed, 04/29/2026 - 11:50
Government launches fund to unblock housing sites and drive growth Man making a road

Thousands of new homes and jobs are set to be unlocked across England as the government launches a new £165 million Growth and Housing Accelerator...

Dan Benn Mon, 03/30/2026 - 09:54
Government publishes agreements with devolved governments for Great British Rail Edinburgh Waverley Station

The UK and Scottish Governments have jointly published the foundations for a new agreement setting out how they will work together to exercise their...

Dan Benn Thu, 03/26/2026 - 10:28
Government instructs HS2 to find ways to cut delays and save money Department for Transport sign

The Transport Secretary has instructed HS2 Ltd to examine new options to simplify the high‑speed rail programme, in a move the government says could...

Dan Benn Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:11
Mayoral boost for community sport and activity projects Cricket scoreboard

Residents across York and North Yorkshire will soon see new opportunities to get active thanks to the first round of funding from the Mayor’s Movement...

Dan Benn Thu, 03/19/2026 - 10:16
Government freezing rail fares to save passengers millions Man getting on a train

Millions of commuters across England are now benefitting from the first freeze on regulated rail fares in three decades, helping households manage...

Dan Benn Mon, 03/02/2026 - 10:33
UK government confirms “generational” investment in Welsh transport Transport for Wales train

A major UK Government commitment to modernise rail across Wales is set to support 12,000 jobs, marking one of the most significant rail investment...

Dan Benn Wed, 02/18/2026 - 09:53
Half of all rail journeys to be under public ownership from February West Midlands railway

From Sunday 1 February 2026, half of all rail journeys that will ultimately fall under Great British Railways will be delivered by publicly owned...

Dan Benn Fri, 01/30/2026 - 10:48
Government unveils ambitious Northern Powerhouse Rail plans Manchester Piccadilly station

The government has announced that people across the North of England are set to benefit from ambitious new rail investment, as the Department for...

Dan Benn Wed, 01/14/2026 - 10:56
Subscribe to Department for Transport
mag

Public Sector Executive Magazine

Leisure as a strategic asset for healthier communities

Dive into our latest issue! 

More articles...

View all
Online conferences

Presenting

2025 Online Conferences

In partnership with our community of public sector leaders responsible for procurement and strategy across local authorities and the wider public sector, we’ve devised a collaborative calendar of conferences and events for leaders of industry to listen, learn and collaborate through engaging and immersive conversation.

All our conferences are CPD accredited, which means you can gain points to advance your career by attending our online conferences. Also, the contents are available on demand so you can re-watch at your convenience.

Public Sector Executive Podcast

Listen to industry leaders on everything within the public sector

From government policies and public administration to education, healthcare, and infrastructure, we explore the challenges and innovations shaping our communities.

 

Join us as we speak with industry leaders, policymakers, and frontline professionals, providing you with valuable insights and perspectives to stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter most.