Launch of Bus Open Data Service in early 2020 could be the start of a golden age for buses.
Link: Passengers to plan journeys down to the minute as big data revitalises country’s bus use
Source: Gov Press Releases
UK’s iconic first red public telephone box listed
The K2 prototype telephone box in London has been listed at Grade II*
Link: UK’s iconic first red public telephone box listed
Source: Gov Press Releases
£1 million funding boost for South Yorkshire flood charity
The government will match the funds raised by the South Yorkshire Flood Disaster Relief Appeal Fund up to the value of £1 million.
Link: £1 million funding boost for South Yorkshire flood charity
Source: Gov Press Releases
Environment Agency urges communities to stay vigilant
The EA is urging communities in England to remain vigilant as minor river and surface water flooding impacts are possible across parts of England
Link: Environment Agency urges communities to stay vigilant
Source: Environment Agency
Counter-poaching troops help with historic Black Rhino move in Malawi
Soldiers have assisted African Parks who relocated critically Endangered Black Rhinos from South Africa to Malawi in one of the largest international rhino translocations to date
Link: Counter-poaching troops help with historic Black Rhino move in Malawi
Source: Gov Press Releases
Nearly 30 million walks demonstrates huge popularity of England’s coastal paths.
New figures showcase the health and economic benefits of walking on England’s coastal paths
Link: Nearly 30 million walks demonstrates huge popularity of England’s coastal paths.
Source: Gov Press Releases
Low-emission cars to help make UK diplomats “the greenest in the world”
The FCO is to replace diplomats’ cars with all-electric or hybrid models as part of a wider FCO effort to reduce carbon footprint.
Link: Low-emission cars to help make UK diplomats “the greenest in the world”
Source: Gov Press Releases
Big Ben and New Year’s Eve 2019
To mark the start of 2020, Big Ben will strike on New Year’s Eve
Link: Big Ben and New Year’s Eve 2019
Source: Parliamentary News
2020 financial levels confirmed for commercial vehicle operators
Reviewed criteria applies to existing haulage, bus and coach operators and new applicants.
Link: 2020 financial levels confirmed for commercial vehicle operators
Source: Gov Press Releases
PM call with President Erdogan: 24 December 2019
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to President Erdogan of Turkey.
Link: PM call with President Erdogan: 24 December 2019
Source: Gov Press Releases