The D&I Bus Group is looking into how the bus industry can provide more consistent and compassionate support to people affected by serious incidents.
Read MoreShaping better support following serious incidents
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Sonya Byers OBE wins Outstanding Achievement at the British Asian Women Awards 2026
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Women in Transport CEO Sonya Byers OBE has won Outstanding Achievement at the British Asian Women Awards 2026, recognising nearly two decades of work on equity in transport.
Read MoreGrow coaching: Completing our three-spoke model for professional development
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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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Photo: Bus Users UK Board of Trustees (l-r) Tom Quay, Laura Creaven, Joan Aitken OBE, Jeff Anderson, Charlie Barnes, Jennie Martin MBE
Passenger champion Bus Users UK appoints transport leader Joan Aitken OBE as Chair
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Bus Users UK has appointed one of Britain’s most respected transport leaders, Joan Aitken OBE FCILT, as Chair of its Board of Trustees, succeeding Jennie Martin MBE FCILT FCIHT following three years of distinguished leadership.
Read MoreSafer journeys for women and girls: MPs launch inquiry
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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.
Read MoreMPs launch inquiry into transport barriers facing young people looking for work
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The House of Commons Transport Committee has opened an inquiry into whether transport is stopping young people from getting into jobs, training and further education.
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Young people discover the opportunities shaping light rail’s future Article by UKTRAM
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UKTram is shining a spotlight on the experiences of young people who stepped behind the scenes of light rail during Work Experience Week, held from July 6th to July 10th, 2026.
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Women in Transport Celebrates partnership renewal with Littlepay
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Women in Transport is excited to announce a renewal of our partnership with Littlepay, a leading provider of payment infrastructure for transit and mobility.
Read MoreThe Women Who Moved the North East
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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.
Read MoreNetwork Rail: Making tracks towards gender equality
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Network Rail, which owns, develops and looks after Britain’s rail infrastructure, has renewed its sponsorship of Women in Transport for another year, further demonstrating its commitment to gender equality.
Read MoreWomen don't feel safe on the bus – and the evidence tells us why
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Read our summary of the key findings from SYSTRA's 2026 literature review, Women and Girls' Perceptions of Safety on the UK Bus Network, as part of the Women in Transport women's safety working group.
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“This career change saved me”
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Career changes are often seen as risky but for many women, they can be the most rewarding and empowering decisions they ever make.
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Progress for Who? Why Gender Equality in Transport Is Stalling - and the Voices We’re Still Missing
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Progress for Who? Why Gender Equality in Transport Is Stalling - and the Voices We’re Still Missing.
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Women in Transport Celebrates new partnership with York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority
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Women in Transport is excited to announce a new partnership with York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Read MoreLead: Applications open for Rees Jeffreys Road Fund Bursary
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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.
Read MoreFree tool launched to help bus services work for everyone
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The D&I Bus Group believes bus services should be as inclusive as possible particularly for those who rely on them most. We’re eager to highlight the excellent Bus Service Mapping Tool from Campaign for Better Transport.
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Inspiring the Next Generation - Let’s Make the Connection
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Women in Transport on the challenge facing the transport sector, the work done to date, and what comes next (June 2026).
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Women in Transport Celebrates Renewed Partnership with UKTram
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Women in Transport: Team Member Insight - Megan Burns
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Team member insight from Megan Burns.
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RHA Wellbeing Charter
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As part of our wellbeing strategy at RHA, on 15 July 2026, we will formally launch the RHA Wellbeing Charter, a long-term commitment to improving the health, resilience and wellbeing of people working across the coach, van and haulage sectors.
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