What evidence is there on the impact of initiatives to encourage greater use of rail, or grow rail’s share of journeys, including freight volumes?
Background
The improve transport for the user strategic priority is critical in ensuring the department delivers and maintains a transport system that meets the needs of the public and addresses what they care about most. It puts the needs and expectations of current and potential users (both passengers and freight customers) at the heart of the operation of the transport system and considers about end-to-end journeys, not just individual transport modes. It is focused on ensuring that our infrastructure and the services which use it meet the varied needs of businesses and the public, are attractive, affordable, sustainable, and resilient is a crucial goal for the department.
Next steps
Get in touch with bridgetoresearch@dft.gov.uk
Source
This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:
Related UKRI funded projects
-
Copy of RRUK 2: Universities' Centre for Rail Systems Research
Railways have a vital role in any 21st century transport policy. No other form of transport could cope with the large numbers of people transported into and around major cities every day by commuter railways and metro sy...
Funded by: EPSRC
Why might this be relevant?
The project discusses the impact of initiatives to encourage greater use of rail and grow rail's share of journeys, including freight volumes.
-
Levelling up Freight
**Background** Rail freight is vital to Britain. It contributes almost £2.5bn to the economy and plays a big part in reducing congestion and emissions. Rail is more environmentally friendly than road, with every t...
Funded by: Innovate UK
Why might this be relevant?
The project specifically addresses the impact of initiatives to encourage greater use of rail and provides a proof-of-concept demonstration.
-
The University of Nottingham and Resonate Group Limited
To develop a predictive model of the rail network which focuses on forecast outcomes across a range of business and customer service objectives. To develop advanced statistical analysis and modelling/simulation technique...
Funded by: Innovate UK
Why might this be relevant?
The project focuses on developing a predictive model of the rail network, which could partially address the question by providing insights into forecast outcomes.