Better transport
Transport is essential, but how we choose to move around has economic, social and environmental consequences. Transport is a key contributor to climate change, responsible for more than a quarter of the UK’s total carbon emissions.
The UK Government has committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050, so reducing transport’s impact will be key. Moving away from carbon intensive forms of transport, like cars and planes, is one way to help reduce transport’s carbon footprint along with switching to zero emission fuels.
Switching to electric vehicles won’t solve everything. Electric vehicles cause the same congestion as those running on petrol or diesel, and equally they add to pollution from non-tailpipe emissions, such as brake dust and tyre detritus. Moreover, when places are designed around the car, those who can’t drive are excluded and marginalised.
Unfortunately, often people’s choices about how they travel are limited. In many places public transport networks are unreliable, expensive or non-existent, and walking and cycling routes aren’t prioritised. We think this needs to change.
As technological and societal changes transform the way we travel, we want to see these changes focused on improving our quality of life, the wellbeing of our communities, and our environment.
With the help of our supporters, we’re working towards a country where people are better connected with opportunities and places, where the cost of travel is fair and where everyone has access to more sustainable forms of transport.
Buses
Buses are our most used from of public transport. They carry millions of us to work and school; to shops and leisure facilities; to Drs surgeries and hospitals; and to friends and family.
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Rail
The railway transports millions of people each day. It plays a vital role in reducing carbon emissions, air pollution and traffic on our roads, contributing to our economy and transporting people of all ages.
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Trams
Reliable, frequent, accessible and zero-emission, trams and light rail have the potential to transform the UK’s transport network.
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Aviation
Aviation is climate problem. It is the most carbon-intensive form of transport and the most difficult to decarbonise.
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Cars
Air pollution is a major problem in many of our towns and cities, and transport is the main contributor. We should all be able to walk, cycle and play outside without our health being damaged by traffic fumes.
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Walking & cycling
Active travel, or walking and cycling, is key to healthy and vibrant communities.
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Micro mobility
Micromobility normally refers to small, electric-powered private or shared use vehicles that are used for short trips and includes things like e-scooters, cargo-bikes, segways and e-bikes.
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Freight
Rail freight is essential for helping reduce road congestion and carbon emissions. Yet less than five per cent of the UK's freight is transported by rail; this needs to change.
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