Problem Based Learning
Transport Economics: The Problem
This Problem Based Learning (PBL) exercise centres on transport economics. Our Guide for Students explains how to approach the problem and get the most out of the learning process.
The Government's Transport Policy - a Solution to Transport Problems?
During the nineteenth century, horse-drawn carriages got around the centre of London quicker than the average car can today. The average speed for vehicles travelling in London is now estimated at 9 miles per hour. Other towns and cities throughout the UK are experiencing similar transport problems. In the summer of 2004, Alistair Darling, the Transport Secretary, announced plans for the Government's transport strategy for the next ten years. Opposition parties criticised Mr Darling for failing to tackle the core issues facing the UK and of coming up with failed policies and strategies and pointed out that the last ten year plan had failed to deliver on its promises of improved transport infrastructure for Britain's road, rail and air users.
From here to there by bus - a good public transport alternative? © Photolibrary Group
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