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Defence Procurement Needs Same Scrutiny As Our Rail Network
The issues raised about ScotRail's rolling stock are a familiar tune, though perhaps played on a different instrument. We hear constantly about the need for modernisation and greater efficiency in public services. My concern, however, lies
Enough with the potholes! Time to invest properly in our roads, not just patch them up.
I was driving home from school last week, the same route I take every single day, and hit a pothole that was so deep it felt like I’d driven into a crater. Nearly took my wheel off. It’s not just me; parents are always complaining about the
Honestly, why are trains so expensive? It's madness.
Seriously, why do we pay through the nose for train tickets when the service is often delayed or cancelled? It feels like we're being mugged on a daily basis. This system benefits absolutely no one except the private rail companies who seem
Scrap the rail franchising mess
What's the point of having a transport system that's more focused on making money for private companies than actually getting people from A to B on time, you know, it's like they're more interested in pleasing shareholders than commuters.
Freeing Scotland's Railways from Red Tape
I've been looking at the state of Scotland's railways and it's clear that the current system is a mess, but I don't think bringing it back into public ownership is the answer. All that would do is replace one set of bureaucrats with another
Scrap the Congestion Charge for Mums on the School Run
I was stuck in traffic on the way to school the other day and I saw a mum in the car next to me getting a fine for going through the congestion zone, it was clear she was just trying to get her kids to school on time. I started thinking a
Scrap the Rail Fiasco
What's the point of having a rail network if you can't even get a decent cup of coffee on most trains, and the ones that do have a cafe car are always breaking down. I mean think about it, we're still running trains on lines that were lai
Scrap the Rail Fares Rip-Off Now
I'm fed up with being taken for a ride every time I commute to work, with rail fares going up and up while the service stays the same. It's like they think we're made of money, and it's getting to the point where I'm considering just workin
Scrap the HS2 White Elephant
I'm proposing we cancel the HS2 project and divert the funds to upgrading our existing rail network, it's a no-brainer when you look at the costs and benefits. The current plans are going to soak up over a hundred billion pounds, which coul
Every pothole reported should be fixed within 14 days or the council pays you £50
I hit a pothole on the A38 last October. Two tyres and an alloy wheel. Reported it. Got told it was scheduled for assessment. That was five months ago. The policy: - Report a pothole through an official channel - If its not fixed within 1
Enough with the petrol cars, time for a proper cycling infrastructure boost!
We need to mandate that all new urban road construction and major refurbishments must include segregated cycle lanes. This isn't about making cycling a niche hobby; it's about making it a safe, practical choice for everyone, including my so
Integrated Urban Mobility: A National Imperative, Not Just Local Wishes
The concerns raised about Bristol’s public transport are certainly not unique. What we see across the UK is a patchwork of local initiatives and underfunded services, often disconnected from broader urban planning. The idea that new rolling
Enough with the car-centric nonsense, let's actually fund public transport properly
We need a radical increase in investment for public transport, starting with a commitment to drastically improve bus services across the country. This means not just more routes, but more frequent services, especially during off-peak hours
Revitalise Rural Transport with Community-Led Solutions
I'm deeply concerned about the decline of rural bus services in our area, it's not just a matter of convenience, but a question of social justice and environmental sustainability. As someone who's passionate about sustainable transport, I t
Stop central government messing up local buses, give the money to councils.
It makes no sense, does it, that we have communities cut off from their nearest doctors or shops because there isn’t a reliable bus, yet central government pours money into projects that don’t quite fit local needs? One must consider that t
Sort Out the Railways for Real
I'm sick of hearing about Scotland's railway problems, it's like they're just trying to get more money out of us. I've got a different take on it, as a plumber I know what it's like to run a business and get paid on time, or not. The railwa
Get Rid of Car Lanes on Busy City Roads
I think we should convert at least one car lane on every major city road to a dedicated bike and bus lane, it's the only way we'll ever reduce congestion and pollution. This is desperately needed because our city is choking on traffic, and
Enough with the car-centric planning, let's build proper cycle routes!
We need a national strategy to build segregated, high-quality cycle paths that connect towns and cities, not just paint a white line on a busy road. This isn't about appeasing a few lycra-clad enthusiasts; it's about creating genuine altern
Sort Out Our Trains Already
I'm sick of hearing about transport ministers and their fancy plans when I'm stuck on a delayed train every morning. It's like they don't care that I've got a job to get to and kids to pick up from school. The state of our trains is a joke
Enough with the endless car lanes, let's build proper cycle tracks now.
We need to mandate the creation of genuinely segregated cycle infrastructure on all new and major road-renewal projects. This isn't about painting a white line and calling it a cycle lane; it's about physical separation from motor traffic,