Transport and Travel News & Updates
- 28th January 2023
Moseley has become the latest area to be added to the growing West Midlands Cycle Hire network following the introduction of new docking locations around the suburb.
- 15th January 2023
The ground-breaking Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) transport system is to be showcased on the streets of Coventry as part of a real world testing programme following the approval of funding by regional transport bosses.
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has secured almost £3.5 million funding to support the better design, planning and development of cycling, wheeling and walking schemes in region.
- 3rd January 2023
Cycle parking racks used at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games venues during the summer have been handed out to 50 community groups, local authorities, and businesses.
A new partnership between Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) and community transport operators across the region is helping to connect people experiencing loneliness and social isolation with new friends and vital support services.
Those looking to get out and about this Christmas and New Year were reminded today that they will still have a large number of bus, Metro and even local train services to choose from despite on-going rail strikes.
- 5th December 2022
A total of 26 bus services that had been threatened with the axe are to be saved following a six-week review.
- 30th November 2022
The new modern Perry Barr station has been open six months tomorrow and already it is proving a hit with passengers.
- 25th November 2022
There are just a few days left to provide feedback on plans to grow and develop the region’s rail network over the next 30 years.
Bus services are more reliable and average journey times up to 22% quicker along two key Birmingham commuter routes following the introduction of Sprint bus priority measures earlier this year.