Department for Transport

I was delighted to meet with Deputy Shipping Minister @HadjimanoliM today to strengthen the deep ties between the UK and Cyprus 🇬🇧 🇨🇾 We agreed to continued close cooperation on key priorities including decarbonisation, security and seafarers’ welfare.

1 in 4 cars sales last month were electric @SMMT The data speaks for itself – people want to make the switch 🔌 and we’re helping them to do so Over £4bn investment to help switch cars & fleets including £600m for charging, supporting more people enjoy the benefits of EVs 🚗🚛

Everyone deserves safe, accessible transport. That’s why we’re extending e-scooter trials to 2028 and expanding them to new towns to learn how best to regulate them. We’re also looking at our mobility aid laws so disabled people can use the devices they need for independence.

28% of rail journeys are now run by the public operator. Can Transport Secretary @Heidi_Labour explain what public ownership means in 28 seconds?

I’m aware of the serious incident involving a bus near Minehead, Somerset. My thoughts are with all those involved. The emergency services are on scene, and I am receiving regular updates on the situation.

We're making it cheaper and easier to own an electric vehicle. You can get up to £3,750 off a new EV, and we're rolling out charge points to more drivers every 30 mins. We're backing British business and putting more money in your pocket. 🇬🇧⚡🚗 metro.co.uk/2025/07/14/gra…

Travelling to the EU over the summer holiday? Remember you cannot bring meat or dairy products in your personal luggage. These will be seized and you could face a fine We’ve introduced these measures to protect farmers from the spread of foot and mouth disease.

We're making it cheaper and easier to own an EV. Today I've announced £63m to deliver: ⚡kerbside charging - saving up to £1.5k a year vs petrol 🚑New chargepoints for NHS, saving millions 🚛chargepoints for business Creating jobs, cutting costs & driving our Plan for Change.

ICYMI, this week we delivered the biggest boost to England's road and rail infrastructure in a generation. Here's what you need to know 👇

The road and rail investments we have announced today touch every corner of Britain. Have a look at our interactive map to see the projects that will make a difference in your area.👇 gov.uk/government/new…

We've given the green light to over 50 new road and rail schemes, meaning better journeys for millions of commuters and businesses across the country. For more information on the schemes: gov.uk/government/new…

Thrilled to see the metro mayors working with Government and @activetraveleng to create a national active travel network. With every journey walked, wheeled or cycled, we’re tackling the climate crisis, fighting inactivity, reducing congestion, and delivering affordable choices

Great to speak at Active City York 2025 earlier We're investing £616m over the next four years on top of £300m announced in February, to give more people high quality and healthy ways to get around and supporting Mayors to create a joined-up network bit.ly/402fWXv

Mayors across England are committing to getting 20m people more active by creating more than 3500 miles of safer walking, wheeling and cycling routes. Including transforming the school run. Find out more 👉 activetravelengland.gov.uk/news/englands-…