Government procurement reforms set to drive jobs, skills and growth Men shaking hands at work

Businesses competing for government contracts worth around £90 billion annually will now be judged more heavily on their ability to create high...

Dan Benn Wed, 08/05/2026 - 10:27
UK puts AI at the heart of government with new taskforce Cabinet Office sign

Artificial intelligence has been placed at the centre of government decision-making following the launch of the Prime Minister’s new AI Taskforce...

Dan Benn Mon, 07/27/2026 - 10:29
New Prime Minister confirms his Cabinet Big Ben from Trafalgar Square

New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed the team that will make up his Cabinet, with some major changes to the Cabinet that was appointed by Sir...

Dan Benn Tue, 07/21/2026 - 11:13
A new vision for national transport A tram in Dijon, France

Secretary of State for Transport Louise Haigh has today unveiled her vision for a more integrated and locally-led transport strategy across England.

... Dan Benn Thu, 11/28/2024 - 14:55
Government funding to boost bus services A double decker bus

The government has announced that significant funding is being committed to support bus improvements around the country.

Investment worth £955...

Dan Benn Mon, 11/18/2024 - 10:49
Government moves to tackle spiralling HS2 costs Artists impression of a HS2 train from the side

The Secretary of State for Transport has announced new measures that will control the cost of delivering HS2, whilst getting the project back on track...

Dan Benn Mon, 10/21/2024 - 10:56
Jobs and transport boosted through major investment Front of an electric bus

The Department for Transport has confirmed that jobs are also to be supported through significant government backing for new electric buses.

As the...

Dan Benn Wed, 10/09/2024 - 10:22
Major growth and opportunity in transport Underground in London

A new manufacturing plant has been opened by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh today, following joint investment from the public and private sectors.

... Dan Benn Thu, 10/03/2024 - 10:00
Government putting bus control in hands of local leaders Rows of empty blue seats on a London Double Decker Bus at night

The government has unveiled new measures that will allow local leaders to take control of bus services.

Being put before Parliament today, the...

Dan Benn Mon, 09/09/2024 - 10:08
Transport reform reaches final Commons stages A train in the UK

The Department for Transport has confirmed that government plans to overhaul rail transport have been boosted.

With the Passenger Railway Services...

Dan Benn Wed, 09/04/2024 - 09:49
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