Responding to the Liberal Democrat General Election Manifesto, Max Sugarman, Chief Executive of Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK), said: “It is good to see recognition of the importance of transport technology in the Liberal Democrat Manifesto, with commitments to integrate bus, rail and light rail ticketing systems, encourage ‘on-demand’ bus services where needed and provide greater support for local authorities with a joined-up fund for transport improvements.

“As ITS UK’s Manifesto for the Future of Transport sets out, whether through demand responsive transport, data and AI or connected and automated mobility, technology has a key role to play in supporting our transport system, helping to deliver a more efficient, greener and safer network for all.”

Note to Editors

1. ITS UK’s Manifesto for the Future of Transport can be found here.
2. The Liberal Democrat Manifesto sets out its transport policy on page 78. You can read it here
3. ITS UK will be issuing responses on all main Political Party Manifestos as they are published.
4. About ITS UK: Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK) is the voice of the transport technology industry. ITS UK provides a national platform to support the roll out of technology for a cleaner, safer and more effective transport network, both at home and abroad. We support our 175 members – from both the private and public sector, and covering all sizes and disciplines – through advocacy to policy makers, connecting people and organisations, promoting the industry overseas and supporting innovation across the intelligent transport ecosystem. www.its-uk.org