Final enabling works underway for Portishead Line

Reopening the Portishead railway line to passengers for the first time in 60 years is moving closer with the final phase of enabling works now underway, paving the way for construction to start in 2026. 

£6.7m investment in Lawrence Hill station

£6.7 million of funding to install a new lift and improved stairs at Lawrence Hill railway station has been approved by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority.

Train trophy treble for West of England

Two multi-million-pound rail projects in Bristol scooped three top honours at the Institute of Civil Engineers’ (ICE) South West awards.

Mayor and PCC welcome new bus law

Better buses are on their way for passengers here in the West and across the country after the Government’s Bus Services Bill became law yesterday (27 October), marking a new dawn for bus travel in the UK.

Catch your local 36 bus for FREE! 3 – 9 November

For a full week starting on Monday 3 November, journeys on the 36 bus service will be completely free! This is your ideal opportunity to try this local South Bristol service with no restrictions, no tickets, apps or sign-ups required – just hop on and ride for FREE.

Winter Road Safety

The darker nights and bad weather of autumn and winter make it harder to see others on the road. Commuting to work and travelling to school are largely done in the dark or with reduced visibility,

It’s your responsibility to do everything you can to keep other road users safe, especially those more vulnerable than yourself.

Bristol on the Move website launches

A new website has launched today (Thursday 23 October 2025) to help people stay informed about three major transport projects in Bristol. Visit the Bristol on the Move website to explore the plans, timelines, and how construction work could affect journeys across the city.

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