On-demand transit expansions in US cities offer lessons for flexible transport planning
Three US transit agencies have expanded on-demand services into new zones, providing a model for flexible public transport that London planners and…
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Transit, streets, walking, cycling, roads, parking and street safety.
Free Speech Ruling in Minnesota Raises Questions for Built-Environment Professionals in the UK
A US federal court has ruled that a state engineering licensing board violated the First Amendment by disciplining a critic of professional…
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Waymo’s Chinese-made robotaxis open to all riders, raising questions for urban transport policy
Waymo has opened its Chinese-manufactured Zeekr Ojai robotaxis to all riders in the US, navigating steep tariffs and federal bans on connected-vehicle…
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Digital Service Standards and Payment Integration for London Borough Platforms
Examining how London authorities handle electronic payments, digital portals, and transactional infrastructure across council tax, parking, and planning services.
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Lynnwood Vision Zero Debate Highlights Municipal Budget Pressures and Traffic Safety Priorities
A proposed Vision Zero action plan in Lynnwood faces political resistance and budget constraints, raising questions about how mid-sized cities balance transport…
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Seattle Police Chief Resignation Sparks Governance Debate — Lessons for London’s Accountability Structures
The resignation of Seattle’s police chief amid clashes between the mayor and city council raises questions about democratic oversight of public safety…
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Speed camera privacy debate in the US holds lessons for London’s automated enforcement rollout
A US debate over surveillance and speed cameras highlights the risks of conflating traffic enforcement with mass data collection. As London expands…
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US robotaxi milestone raises questions for London’s autonomous vehicle regulation
The first US approval of a purpose-built robotaxi without steering wheel or pedals for paid rides in Las Vegas next month tests…
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Editorial Note – Chicago Archer Avenue Source Does Not Fit London Beat
An editorial note explaining why a Streetsblog Chicago article about political opposition to a street safety project in Brighton Park cannot be…
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London’s E-Moto Challenge: What a New York Fatal Crash Tells Us About Online Sales and Enforcement Gaps
A New York teenager died on an illegal e-moto sold online. The company altered its website after the crash. London's similar e-bike…
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