Conferences
Transport
This policy area section covers the latest policies and best practice in the planning and delivery of local transport services. Presentations from Government, local authorities, PTEs and the private sector show how the transport sector are responding to Government policies on Local Transport Planning, Bus Reform, Concessionary Fares, School Travel and Sustainability.
January, 10
School Transport - 26 Jan 2010
8th National Conference. Held at the Barbican Centre, London
This conference examined the likely implications of increased demand for transport services caused by the continued roll-out of 14-19 Diplomas and looked at successful initiatives from local authorities that can form the basis of sustainable solutions. more details / book
School Transport 2009 - 27 Jan 2009
Held at Hotel Russell, London
The national conference for all those working in school transport to explore emerging trends and issues, the latest policy and guidance and hear innovative best practice. Through the Local Transport Bill, Local Authorities will receive enhanced powers to deliver transport services so that they reflect better the needs of the local area. This conference showed how empowered Local Authorities can incorporate school travel planning into wider pla... more details / book
June, 08
Enforcement: An Essential Public Service - 26 Jun 2008
Held at the Tower, Guoman Hotels, London
Traffic enforcement is an essential public service, impacting on key areas and helping to maintain a sustainable transport system that supports a strong economy, works to facilitate traffic flow and meets our environmental objectives. The 2008 Enforcement Task Force (ETF) event set out the role of traffic enforcement in contributing and implementing local and national government policy. As well as traffic management, it examined issues around ... more details / book
January, 08
School Transport 2008 - 24 Jan 2008
6th National Conference held at the Barbican Centre, London
Of interest to anyone involved in planning and delivering school travel, this annual conference explores the latest government policies, best practice and innovations. The Local Transport Act will charge local authorities with promoting sustainable travel and mobility and tackling congestion. These new duties mirror the underlying principles of the school travel arrangements contained within the Education and Inspections Act – thus strengtheni... more details / book