Posts by Esme Yuill
Advocating for transport investment in Parliament
This week we were in Parliament speaking to regional MPs, council and business leaders at the East of England All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) annual reception, hosted with the East of England Local Government Association (EELGA). A roadmap for achieving sustainable, climate positive and inclusive growth throughout the region was presented to Government. We also…
Read MoreSpending Review 2021 submission
Transport East has made a submission into government’s Spending Review 2021. In it we set out how we can work with government over the next three years to deliver regional and national priorities. With the right investment we can help the regional economy recover, while boosting efforts to meet net zero transport. The Spending Review…
Read MoreBusiness Plan sees increased funding and growing confidence
We can push on with plans to create better and more sustainable transport for the region, after securing over £500,000 from the Department of Transport. These funds allow us to complete our ambitious Transport Strategy and clearly communicate the region’s investment needs. Our programme for this year is set out in our Business Plan. Planned…
Read MoreIntegrated Sustainability Appraisal scoping report consultation
As part of the development of our Transport Strategy, we are undertaking an Integrated Sustainability Appraisal (ISA). This assessment will help us make sure the strategy takes account of opportunities for environmental, social, socioeconomic and public health improvement, as well as addresses potential constraints. The ISA incorporates the following assessments: Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in…
Read MoreWe’re hiring! Technical Programme Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join Transport East as a Technical Programme Manager. Do you have recent experience of leading a technical work programme, tackling strategic transport challenges? Can you work closely with a range of partners to deliver results? Would you like to work in a varied, challenging and rewarding role…
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