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Shravani Sharma on rail ticket offices U-turn

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 15:29:50 GMT

“The U-turn will be a relief for so many people across the UK. When planning policies for the transport industry, people from a wide range of backgrounds, with different needs, must be properly listened to before making any big decisions. I would urge the government to consult both disability charities and the disabled in future policymaking.”

Professor David Greenwood on UK Gigafactory announcement from TATA Sons/JLR

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:07:42 GMT

“This means the Prime Minister has realised he must provide sufficient investment to ensure the country is a competitive runner in the global race to dominate the markets created by the massive green transition needed to avert climate catastrophe.”

- Reactive statement from David Greenwood, Professor of Advanced Propulsion systems, Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick

David Greenwood, Director of Industrial Engagement at WMG comments on the Britishvolt takeover by Recharge

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:57:00 GMT

“This is great news for the UK, allowing us to capitalise on the value realised under the previous ownership. High value jobs will be protected and created in the UK as a result of this purchase - not just in the company, but in its upstream and downstream supply chains...

Government unveils plan to rollout self-driving vehicles on UK roads

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:26:00 GMT

Dr Siddartha Khastgir, Head of Verification & Validation (V&V) of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) at WMG, University of Warwick, says, "Research at WMG on the safety of self-driving vehicles has shown that having a strong regulatory approach can act as an enabler for the self-driving vehicle ecosystem, while also preventing unsafe technology being deployed which is key, as it provides guidance in design and performance benchmarks."

COP26 Cities, Regions and Built Environment: expert comment

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:50:11 GMT

Today's theme at the COP26 conference in Glasgow is 'Cities, Regions and Built Environment'. Read comment and opinions from our University of Warwick experts, and find out how their work contributes to reaching global climate goals.

COP26: Experts comment on Transport Day

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 12:28:30 GMT

Today is Transport day at COP26, and experts from the University of Warwick have been commenting on the challenges faced in tackling climate change through how we travel.

£3bn bus boost - expert comment

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:15:24 GMT

"Broadly, this announcement is to be welcomed; the current bus system is delivering declining numbers of services to a smaller group of people and needs to change. However, the funding promised seems to me to be very small compared with the ambition expressed." Professor Mike Waterson comments on today's announcement of a new strategy for buses.

Calculating the cost of megaprojects like HS2 - expert comment from Professor Naomi Brookes

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:26:00 GMT

Naomi Brookes, Professor of Complex Programme Management at WMG, University of Warwick, comments on the report which estimates another 20% increase in spend on HS2.

Christopher Bisping on the legal action facing Ryanair over their refusal to compensate passengers

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 11:58:00 GMT

Christopher Bisping from the University of Warwick’s School of Law, shares his views on the enforcement action being taken against the airline Ryanair for refusing to compensate passengers for strike disruption.