OUR WORK

We will work together and with our partners to:

1 Strategic Transport Plan Development

Develop and publish a comprehensive Strategic Transport Plan for the Western Gateway region.

2 Regional Transport Evidence Base

Create a regional transport evidence base to identify and prioritize key projects for submission to the Department for Transport.

3 Enhanced Engagement with Key Stakeholders

Enhance engagement with the Department for Transport, infrastructure agencies (National Highways, Network Rail) and service providers (bus and rail operators).

4 Shared Expertise and Resources

Enable the sharing of technical expertise and resources across Constituent Authorities to support the development and evaluation of transport proposals.

5 Coordinated Infrastructure Planning

Collaborate with Highways England and Network Rail to align and prioritize the development and delivery of strategic infrastructure projects.

6 Strategic Transport Investment Discussions

Serve as the primary platform for government discussions on transport and infrastructure investment decisions within the Western Gateway area.

Our vision is for...

A resilient transport network that works for everyone and is fit for the future, helping people and businesses throughout the Western Gateway to thrive while protecting our environment.

OUR TRANSPORT PRIORITIES

We’re working across 11 key transport areas to reimagine an integrated transport network that is fit for everyone. Use the slider to explore our workstreams.

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ALTERNATIVE FUELS

We’re helping businesses make the move to alternative fuels for road freight, so together we can reach the national target of net zero by 2050.

BUSES

We will be taking a more active role in cross boundary bus routes - more info to come!

COACH

Our coach work sets the wheels in motion to reduce our carbon impact and congestion. Find out more about our strategy and our first of its kind coach forum.

Cycling in autumn
CYCLING

We’re prioritising pedal power! We’re working on a cycling strategy to help connect rural places and create routes for leisure, learning, tourism and work. Watch this space.

DECARBONISATION

We're keen to help create a greener transport region for everyone.

EV

The government has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Alongside other sustainable transport solutions, we’re working hard to make the switch to electric vehicles easier than ever before.

FREIGHT

We’re putting the weight behind freight, looking at how maritime, aviation, rail and road can help bring and move goods and services through the region.

RAIL

Rail is central to achieving our transport vision. We’re working closely with operators like Network Rail and community groups to revolutionise rail connectivity in our region.

REGIONAL CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Our one stop shop for stakeholders to collaborate in one place, share best practices and get guidance.

RURAL MOBILITY

As well as cities and bustling towns, our region is home to rural villages small settlements and houses dotted in hard-to-reach places. Our rural mobility work seeks to connect communities through sustainable transport and multi-modal solutions.

ROADS

We work closely with National Highways to help improve our road connectivity across the region.