Tom Ellerton

Technical Manager at the Urban Transport Group. Thoughts are my own

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

We have been appointed as the Secretariat for the new Mass Transit Taskforce, announced today by Government.

The Taskforce has been established to tackle the barriers to the delivery of mass transit systems across the UK.

More info 👇

https://t.co/OY2rUI1M5D

[Jason Prince @MrJasonPrince]

It's a big day for the @UTG_UK as we've been announced as the Secretariat for the Government's new Mass Transit Taskforce. More info on the @UTG_UK: https://t.co/JiJtyDdkfO

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

What's the story behind the stats?

To coincide with the release of our 'Inside track' report on transport trends, author (and our Senior Policy Manager) @Tom__Ellerton blogs for @passtrans magazine.

https://t.co/0X7DhzDcnf

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

🗓️ New Year, new job! 🥳

Looking for a role that helps shape transport policy?

Look no further.

We're recruiting for a Policy Officer to produce impactful research, briefings, reports and much more.

Apply by 15 Jan 👇

https://t.co/h1LaXH4mWN

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

🚨 JOBS ALERT 🚨

We're excited to be recruiting for 2 new positions:

📢 Membership & Communications Officer

📝 Policy Officer

This is your chance to join a small team, making a big impact on transport across the UK.

Apply by 15 Jan 👇

https://t.co/CLfO0yxiph

[Centre for Cities @CentreforCities]

The density gap is largest in Britain's biggest big cities 📊

This is very different to the French and Japanese experience, where bigger big cities (like Lyon) are denser than smaller big cities (like Nantes).

Read more👇
https://t.co/FfJRPXJv0C

[Tom Ellerton @Tom__Ellerton]

Great to walk through the grey to green project in Sheffield as part of our active travel group meeting. Such a lovely urban space with some great new developments to come

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

Here's our Director @MrJasonPrince's take on the £15.6 billion of transport investment announced today by @hmtreasury.

https://t.co/GOvcrLTNhN

https://t.co/uuOcd1PaDU

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

#ICYMI

Our new 'Inside track' report shows there are reasons to be cheerful in the latest transport trends, with public transport continuing its strong return.

The report's author @Tom__Ellerton blogs on its findings.

https://t.co/2ci8tqKUBr

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

We're getting ready for the launch of our new report, Inside track - The state of transport 2025, at our Parliamentary Reception.

Discover the 'green shoots of growth' showing that public transport is continuing its strong return.

https://t.co/kkuFr9aeJM

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

🌱📈 Green shoots of growth in the latest transport stats show public transport is making a strong return.

Bus 🚍, rail 🚆 & light rail 🚊 passenger numbers increased for 3rd consecutive year after the pandemic.

Get the 'inside track' in our report 👇

https://t.co/2GUUHhccAH

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

"This funding will help to protect services and keep fares low for passengers who rely on the bus to get to work, college or hospital appointments."

Read our full response, welcoming the announcement, below 💬👇

https://t.co/k2bofzSi3q
https://t.co/qyoA1MCeHc

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

We welcome the pace at which government is moving on its transport agenda.

Our Director @MrJasonPrince reflects on the new plans announced today on local powers over bus services.

https://t.co/if2OO1yIlS

[Tom Ellerton @Tom__Ellerton]

Great to be in Leicester for day 2 or the Active Cities conference. Lookong forward to hearing more on the role of active travel in a sustainable and integrated transport network

[Jason Prince @MrJasonPrince]

🚨I am delighted that following the Mayoral elections, we are kicking off the next series of @UTG_UK Urban Transport Next events with @MetroMayorSteve , Mayor of @LpoolCityRegion. 🚉🚍🚲

Sign up here: https://t.co/zcZVnB5zzI

[Chris Boardman CBE @Chris_Boardman]

This is a really interesting and important piece of work. We absolute must ensure we look after everyone and make evidence driven decisions.

[Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @MayorOfWY]

Movement is good for our mental health. But finding the time can be difficult.

We want to make being active a part of everyday life in West Yorkshire!

By investing in better routes, we're making it easier to walk, wheel and cycle around the region.

#MomentsForMovement

[Tom Ellerton @Tom__Ellerton]

In Newcastle for the launch of the @TransportFocus your bus journey 2023 survey results.

[James Kershaw @James_Kershaw_]

If you're seeking an overview of how transport (across different modes) has been faring in English cities over the last decade, let this be it.

Amidst the gloom there is optimism around devolution progress.

Great report by my colleague @Tom__Ellerton 🫡

https://t.co/q2PFn9x8bH

[Urban Transport Group @UTG_UK]

What are the 8 key trends of transport over the last decade, and how should we respond?

Our new report gives the 'inside track'.

A short 🧵

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