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Give to Gain in Bus and Coach: Driving Change Together

March 08, 2026 in Insight
Give to Gain in Bus and Coach: Driving Change Together

Driving Change Together is our research report into women’s experiences of working in bus and coach, launched on International Women’s Day 2026 and produced in partnership with Women in Bus and Coach and First Bus. Here are some highlights from the report.

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Tags: inclusive design, Women in Transport Bus, research, flexible working

Jo Field, Chair of Women in Transport, named as ‘Public Affairs Woman of the Year’ at PRCA Public Affairs Awards

February 26, 2026 in News

We’re delighted our Chair, Jo Field, has won the prestigious ‘Public Affairs Woman of the Year’ award at this year’s PRCA Public Affairs Awards.

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Women in Transport Celebrates Renewed Partnership with Taylor Woodrow

February 25, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is delighted to share that our partner of more than six years, Taylor Woodrow, has renewed its support for the year ahead.

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Tags: corporate partners

Women in Transport is Excited to Announce a New Partnership with South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

February 16, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is excited to announce our new partnership with South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority. Led by South Yorkshire’s Mayor, Oliver Coppard, they bring together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield.

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Tags: corporate partners

Women in Transport: Team Member Insight - Sandeep Kaur Dulay

February 09, 2026 in Member Post

Team member insight from Sandeep Kaur Dulay.

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Women in Transport Celebrates Renewed Partnership with Transport for London

February 04, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is delighted to announce that our valued founding partner, Transport for London, has renewed its partnership with us for the 21st year. 

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Tags: corporate partners

Women in Transport Celebrates New Partnership with Supertram South Yorkshire’s Transport

February 04, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is delighted to announce a new partnership with Supertram South Yorkshire’s Transport.

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Women in Transport Celebrates Renewed Partnership with RHA

February 02, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is delighted to announce that our esteemed partners, RHA, have renewed their partnership with us for the fifth year running. 

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Taking a stand: Why we are no longer active on X

January 29, 2026 in News

As of 1st February 2026, we will no longer be maintaining an active presence on X. We encourage our followers to join us on LinkedIn and Instagram, where we will continue to champion and campaign for a more inclusive transport industry.

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Tags: social media, diversity and inclusion, empowerment, equity, advocacy

Women in Transport Celebrates Renewed Partnership with Transport for Wales

January 27, 2026 in Partnerships

Women in Transport is delighted to announce that our valued partner, Transport for Wales, has renewed its partnership with us for the 4th year. 

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Why Inclusive PPE Matters for Women in Transport

January 27, 2026 in Insight

Personal Protective Equipment in transport has long been designed around male body shapes, leaving many women without safe, well‑fitting protection. With the launch of the new inclusive PPE standard, BS 30417, employers finally have practical guidance to improve safety, inclusion, and retention for women across the sector.

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Tags: PPE, guest blog
Women in Transport volunteer opportunity: Social Media Ambassador (LinkedIn)

Volunteer Opportunity: Social Media Ambassador (LinkedIn)

January 26, 2026 in News

We are looking for an enthusiastic and digitally savvy member to step into a key volunteer role as our Social Media Ambassador for LinkedIn.

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Jo Field Chair Women in Transport 2026 Preview

Looking ahead to 2026: A message from our Chair

January 26, 2026 in Insight

I’m super excited for everything we have lined-up for our members in 2026. Here are a few of my highlights to look forward to in the year ahead.

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Tags: diversity and inclusion, 20 years
2025 Women in Transport Member Survey Results

Membership Survey 2025: Results

January 26, 2026 in Insight

The annual Women in Transport membership survey was launched in September 2025 and was open until the end of October. We had 180 responses in total (around 10% of members). Our thanks to Carmen Olensinki who again volunteered her time to draft, launch and analyse the survey.

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Tags: networking, professional development, members survey

Our Advance sponsor's, Xanta, support towards Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

January 21, 2026 in Partnerships

At Xanta, we believe progress in transport comes from investing in, and supporting, people, not just infrastructure. We have the honour of sponsoring Women In Transport’s Advance Mentoring Scheme.

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Potential, not perfection: why women in transport are still being held back

January 21, 2026 in Insight

Why women in transport are still being held back.

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Women in Transport and LCRCA Partnership Launch & Festive Collaboration

January 19, 2026 in Partnerships

We’re proud to announce the new partnership between Women in Transport and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) a milestone for gender equality and inclusive leadership across our region.

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Careers in Construction Month - Embracing the Whole Talent Pool to Build a Resilient Workforce

January 19, 2026 in Partnerships

At FM Conway, our commitment to inclusion is driven by our 30 by 30 initiative, which aims to achieve 30% female representation across our workforce by 2030.

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Women in Bus and Coach survey 2026

Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future for Women in Bus & Coach

January 19, 2026 in Insight

Women working in the bus and coach sector keep services running and communities connected every day. Yet, we know there are still challenges to overcome — and opportunities to make the industry more inclusive and supportive for women. Women in Transport and Women in Bus and Coach have launched a short, anonymous survey to hear directly from women working across the sector. Add your voice to help us drive change together.

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Tags: Women in Transport Bus, D&I Bus Group

Recruiting Our Next Chair: Shaping the Future of Women in Transport

January 06, 2026

As we begin 2026, we’re progressing with the recruitment of our next Chair – a pivotal role shaping Women in Transport’s future. A dedicated volunteer committee is leading the process, with Jo Field’s term extended to ensure a smooth transition. The recruitment of a Vice Chair will follow the Chair appointment.

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Advance mentoring: 10th cohort launching soon
September 8, 2026
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This September marks the 10th consecutive year of Advance, Women in Transport’s sector-specific mentoring programme.

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Grow coaching: Completing our three-spoke model for professional development
August 3, 2026
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Grow coaching: Completing our three-spoke model for professional development
August 3, 2026
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For more than a decade, we’ve been building a development ecosystem that supports women at every stage of their career journey. Find out where Grow fits in.

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Safer journeys for women and girls: MPs launch inquiry
July 28, 2026
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Safer journeys for women and girls: MPs launch inquiry
July 28, 2026
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The Transport Committee has opened an inquiry into safer journeys for women and girls. The Women in Transport women's safety working group looks at what it's asking – and why our members should respond before the 9th October deadline.

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July 28, 2026
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The Women Who Moved the North East
July 20, 2026
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The Women Who Moved the North East
July 20, 2026
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Ahead of the relaunch of our North East regional hub in September, we’ve taken a look back at the region’s rich transport history, including some of the pioneering women not always mentioned in the history books.

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July 20, 2026
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Lead: Applications open for Rees Jeffreys Road Fund Bursary
June 29, 2026
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Lead: Applications open for Rees Jeffreys Road Fund Bursary
June 29, 2026
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We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the Rees Jeffreys Road Fund Leadership Bursary, offering five women working in the roads and highways sector the opportunity to participate in Women in Transport's transformational Lead leadership development programme.

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June 29, 2026
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'Pride' and Prejudice
June 18, 2026
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'Pride' and Prejudice
June 18, 2026
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Every June, our transport infrastructure is redrawn in a vibrant wave of seasonal solidarity. Bus liveries are plastered with rainbow vinyls, corporate logos follow suit, and across the industry, we celebrate the visibility and inclusion of LGBTQ+ people.

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June 18, 2026
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The Growing Importance of Sector-Specific Coaching
June 16, 2026
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The Growing Importance of Sector-Specific Coaching
June 16, 2026
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By providing structured coaching support for women working in transport, Grow recognises a simple but powerful truth: when individuals grow, organisations grow too.

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June 16, 2026
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Introducing our latest professional development programme: Grow
June 16, 2026
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Introducing our latest professional development programme: Grow
June 16, 2026
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Building on our core professional development programmes Lead and Advance, we’re thrilled to launch Grow, our new coaching service for women working across the transport and infrastructure sector.

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June 16, 2026
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The Spaces Between Us: Why women's safety in transport starts with who's in the room
May 18, 2026
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The Spaces Between Us: Why women's safety in transport starts with who's in the room
May 18, 2026
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As co-founder of Women in Parking UK and Chair of the Women’s Safety Group for Women in Transport, I sit at an intersection of two industries that share a responsibility here, and too often share the same blind spots. The data tells us the situation is not improving. In some respects, it is getting worse.

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May 18, 2026
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UK Government announces Voluntary Action Plans for large employers
May 18, 2026
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UK Government announces Voluntary Action Plans for large employers
May 18, 2026
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As a new measure aiming to help women thrive in the workplace, the government recently announced voluntary action plans for large employers, starting with the 2026-2027 gender pay gap reporting year.

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May 18, 2026
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