Menu
27/11/2003
Minister announces new transport advisory group
A new transport advisory group, which will provide advice to the Department for Regional Development on issues arising from the implementation of the Regional Transportation Strategy (RTS), has been set up by the government.
NIO Minister, John Spellar said the group would help generate ideas and guidance on best practice in transport and help promote a partnership approach to the implementation of the RTS.
He said: "The RTS provides the basis for improving transport across the region and the challenge is now to make sure that priority actions at local level support the key objectives of the strategy.
"I believe that there is great potential to achieve results that will really benefit the public and I am convinced that this group can become a good example of a partnership approach to policy making and implementation. This type of diverse partnership can make a significant contribution towards the future development of transport in Northern Ireland."
Among the membership of the Integrated Transport Stakeholder Group are Police Service of Northern Ireland (Traffic Branch), AA, Confederation of British Industry (NI Branch) and Freight Transport Association.
(MB)
NIO Minister, John Spellar said the group would help generate ideas and guidance on best practice in transport and help promote a partnership approach to the implementation of the RTS.
He said: "The RTS provides the basis for improving transport across the region and the challenge is now to make sure that priority actions at local level support the key objectives of the strategy.
"I believe that there is great potential to achieve results that will really benefit the public and I am convinced that this group can become a good example of a partnership approach to policy making and implementation. This type of diverse partnership can make a significant contribution towards the future development of transport in Northern Ireland."
Among the membership of the Integrated Transport Stakeholder Group are Police Service of Northern Ireland (Traffic Branch), AA, Confederation of British Industry (NI Branch) and Freight Transport Association.
(MB)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
31 July 2023
PSNI And Translink Launch Summer Safety Campaign
The PSNI and Translink have launched a summer safety campaign, reminding the public of the importance of safety when they are out and about over the summer months.
PSNI And Translink Launch Summer Safety Campaign
The PSNI and Translink have launched a summer safety campaign, reminding the public of the importance of safety when they are out and about over the summer months.
06 July 2011
Public Transport Spending Must Be Prioritised
A crucial government strategy has failed to address Northern Ireland's over-reliance on road transport, according to a leading body of professionals. RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Northern Ireland, says that there has been a disproportionate allocation of funding for road building in Northern Ireland over other forms of transport.
Public Transport Spending Must Be Prioritised
A crucial government strategy has failed to address Northern Ireland's over-reliance on road transport, according to a leading body of professionals. RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Northern Ireland, says that there has been a disproportionate allocation of funding for road building in Northern Ireland over other forms of transport.
27 August 2024
New North West Transport Plan 2035 Proposed
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a public consultation on the draft proposals for the new North West Transport Plan 2035. The proposed Plan has been developed in partnership with Derry City and Strabane District Council and others across the North West region.
New North West Transport Plan 2035 Proposed
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a public consultation on the draft proposals for the new North West Transport Plan 2035. The proposed Plan has been developed in partnership with Derry City and Strabane District Council and others across the North West region.
08 August 2024
Transport Infrastructure Key To Supporting Hospitality And Tourism
Transport infrastructure plays a key role in supporting Northern Ireland's hospitality and tourism sectors, Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, has said. Minister O'Dowd has met with the newly formed Connectivity Coalition to discuss how the transport, hospitality and tourism sectors can work together.
Transport Infrastructure Key To Supporting Hospitality And Tourism
Transport infrastructure plays a key role in supporting Northern Ireland's hospitality and tourism sectors, Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, has said. Minister O'Dowd has met with the newly formed Connectivity Coalition to discuss how the transport, hospitality and tourism sectors can work together.
05 April 2005
Government launch 'accessible' transport strategy
The Department for Regional Development (DRD) today published an Accessible Transport Strategy that aims to improve access to the transport system for older people and people with disabilities.
Government launch 'accessible' transport strategy
The Department for Regional Development (DRD) today published an Accessible Transport Strategy that aims to improve access to the transport system for older people and people with disabilities.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with outbreaks of mainly light rain at times, although there may be the odd heavier burst. Driest in the south and east during the afternoon. Moderate southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Staying cloudy throughout the evening and overnight period with a little rain or drizzle at times. Mild overnight with light winds. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
