New West of England Mayor Ends Dan Norris' Ministerial-Style 'Red Box' Communication System Wednesday, July 16, 2025 westofengland metromayor redbox governance communication dannorris helengodwin localgovernment collaboration solace The West of England’s metro mayoral office has moved away from a ministerial-style communication approach known as the “red box” system, implemented by former mayor Dan Norris. The system, traditionally used by UK government … Read More
Huge £3.5m Investment in Walking, Cycling, and Wheeling Projects Across the West of England Tuesday, July 15, 2025 investment cycling walking wheeling infrastructure active-travel westofengland transport sustainability community The West of England is set to boost its commitment to sustainable, active travel with an additional £3.5 million investment in walking, cycling, and wheeling projects. This significant funding will support a range of … Read More
Massive Bath Quays Makeover Unveiled with Ambitious Regeneration Plans Monday, July 14, 2025 regeneration bath infrastructure cycling transport housing jobs sustainability urbanplanning westofengland A transformative £4.7 million investment has been announced for Bath Quays, one of the city’s most dynamic regeneration projects. Upgrades focused on walking and cycling infrastructure will kick off in September, ushering in … Read More
Bristol Airport Transport Link Could Unlock New Homes and Boost Connectivity Tuesday, July 1, 2025 bristol airport transport masstransit housing infrastructure southbristol westofengland lightrail expansion West of England Metro Mayor Helen Godwin has revealed that establishing a mass transit link between Bristol city and Bristol Airport is not only feasible but also has the potential to open up significant housing and economic … Read More
Portishead Railway Funding Uncertain After Spending Review Omission Wednesday, June 11, 2025 portishead railway funding spendingreview transport government bristol infrastructure westofengland metro Rachel Reeves’s recent spending review concluded without any commitment to funding the Portishead Railway, leaving the project’s future in limbo. During her announcement in the House of Commons, the Chancellor highlighted … Read More
Children Under 16 to Enjoy Free Bus Travel Across the West of England This Summer Tuesday, June 10, 2025 buses transport children westofengland summer travel publictransport costofliving families free sport This summer, children and young people under 16 across the West of England can travel free on local buses throughout the school holidays, from July 19 to September 5. Backed financially by the West of England Combined … Read More