Transport News

Manchester tram extension gets green light

Transport secretary Ruth Kelly has given the final seal of approval for funding for tram extensions in Manchester.

Merseyside authorities to take up joint accessibility guidelines

Joint transport guidance aimed at ensuring that new developments are easily accessible for all is set to be introduced by the five Merseyside local authorities.

Nottingham agrees staff car space levy

Nottingham is set to become the first UK city to introduce a workplace parking levy despite fierce protests from local businesses.

Carbon capture conflict

Ministers appear convinced that carbon emissions from coal-fired power stations can be stored safely but environmentalists fear an awkward precedent, reports Susanna Gillman.

Legal Report - Validation revisions put speedier system at risk

The increase in application fees and standard application form introduced last month have taken the spotlight off an amendment to the General Development Procedure Order (GDPO) 1995 that is likely to be of greater concern for developers.

Green housing convert

Developer Michael Shwartz has seen the light on green construction and now he wants the planning profession to match his sustainability aspirations, reports Domenic Dontantonio.

Regions under review

The government's review of economic development and regeneration structures offers vital opportunities but the delivery mechanisms need work, argues Richard Summers.