In UK100's response to the Department for Transport's Integrated National Transport Strategy consultation, the network of 117 local authorities advocates for greater devolution of transport powers and funding to councils. The submission emphasises reforming assessment methodologies, strengthening rural transport solutions, and enabling data-driven planning. Key recommendations include establishing London-style integrated transport systems nationwide and shifting from competitive to long-term strategic funding approaches.

In UK100's response to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee's inquiry on workforce planning for clean energy, we outlined three key priorities: establishing a coordinated national skills strategy through Skills England, empowering local authorities to drive green skills development with proper funding and support, and increasing investment in training and education. As a network of 116 local authorities committed to rapid net zero transition, we emphasised the need for standardised training programmes and clear career pathways.

In UK100's response to the Transport Committee's inquiry on "Buses Connecting Communities", we outlined key priorities for improving bus services in England, particularly in rural areas. As a network of 116 local authorities committed to rapid net zero transition, we called for devolved local transport powers, dedicated rural funding streams, and reformed long-term funding models to create sustainable, accessible bus services nationwide.

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26 SEPTEMBER, LONDON — UK100 welcomes the new The Future Is Local report from the Local Mission Zero Network, of which we are a member. The report is co-authored by the Government’s former Net Zero Tsar, Chris Skidmore OBE MP and the Mayor of Tees Valley, Ben Houchen.