Summary: Chancellor Rishi Sunak orders a review of low-traffic neighbourhoods following criticism from Conservative MPs. The review aims to reassess the impact of LTNs on traffic flow , air quality , road safety , and local businesses . Debates over the benefits and drawbacks of low-traffic neighbourhoods have sparked discussions about urban planning and transportation policies . The government seeks to strike a balance between environmental concerns and residents' mobility needs in implementing traffic management measures. Stakeholders, including environmentalists, local businesses , and transport advocates, are eager...

Summary: Chilton Railways launches the UK 's first passenger train running on reused vegetable oil at Marylebone Station. The move is part of their commitment to transition from an all-diesel operator to a more eco-friendly alternative. The new vegetable oil -powered train aims to reduce pollution and noise caused by diesel locomotives. Local communities along the railway tracks are expected to benefit from cleaner air and reduced noise disturbance. The long-term goal is to electrify the entire railway network for quieter and more sustainable transportation . ...