TRANSPORT

IN GREAT BRITAIN
ATION
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Table of Contents
01 On the road
03 Public Transport between Towns
and Cities
02 Public Transport
In Towns and 04 The Channel Tunnel

Cities
What is the primary modes of personal
transportation in Britain?

A B C
What is the primary modes of personal
transportation in Britain?

A B C
ON THE ROAD
Three-quarters of households in Britain
have regular use of a car
and a third have more than one car.

-> Signifying an enthusiasm for car

ownership.
According to Statista, in 2021, approximately 25.6 million people in Great Britain lived in a household that owned one car. In
the same year, nearly nine million people lived in a household with two cars, an increase compared to the previous year.
Reason for this rising in car
ownership

• Self-image
• National passion for
privacy
 Self-image
In British society, the car serves as
visible marker of identity.
-> This can be illustrated by personal
taste of choosing car from different
people coming from many walks of
lives.
 National Passion for
Privacy
Privacy is indeed regarded in Britain.
Briton often cherish and appreciate
their personal space and autonomy.
-> Being in a car allow people to
maintain a sense of control and
solitude even while on the move
 PRIVACY
Being in a car is like taking your “castle” with you
wherever you go.
-> The needs for “carpooling” is tremendously reduced.
 British Drivers
•Be less “communicative”
•Use horns very little
•Be more tolerant of both other
drivers and pedestrians
•Be more safety conscious
 Motorcycles Bicycles

Not perceived as private enough for Bycle is widely used in Britain, especially
British -> Not particular in using for by young people. However, the cycle-lane
commuting needs network in Britain is comparatively
undeveloped
Public transport
in cities and towns
Due to the heavy private traffic on the roads, leading to the higher costs, reduced frequency, slower
journey times, and inconvenient operating hours, especially at night.

To address these challenges and improve the efficiency, cities and towns across the country
have implemented dedicated bus lanes. These land help to speed up journey times by
providing priority to buses, thereby reducing congestion
 Trams
This mode of transport has disappeared during the 1950 and 1960, now has
made a comeback.

Research suggest that people perceive tram

services to be more reliable due to their operation
on tracks. This increased reliability leads to
greater confidence among commuters, making
them more willing to use trams compared to the
conventional buses.
 Double-Decker Buses
These buses have two floors, allowing for greater passenger capacity without significantly increasing
the vehicle’s footprint on the road. Despite the availability of single-beck buses since 1960, London
still maintains a fleet of over 3000 double-deckers. They are common sight on the streets and are a
symbol of the city’s public transportation systems.
 THE TUBE
One of the dirtiest and least efficient underground systems among European cities. However, it
remains heavily utilized due to its extensive network and crucial role in providing transportation
within London and to its surrounding suburbs. In fact, the number of journeys taken on the Tube is
comparable to the entire rail network in the country, highlighting its importance in the overall
transportation infrastructure of Britain.
 BLACK TAXI
• often associated with London, serves as a
symbolic representation of the city's
transportation system.

• they may not all be entirely black anymore

and are not exclusive to London, they remain
iconic.

• The drivers of these taxis, known as cabbies,

are often depicted as friendly Cockneys,
though this stereotype may not hold true for
all drivers.
 HOW CAN YOU BE A TAXI DRIVER IN THE UK?
A notable aspect of London's black taxis is the rigorous examination process that drivers must
undergo before obtaining their taxi license. This examination, known as "the knowledge," requires
detailed familiarity with London's streets and buildings. This extensive knowledge ensures that taxi
drivers can navigate the city efficiently, even without relying on GPS or other navigation aids.
 PUBLIC TRANSPORT
B/W TOWNS AND
CITIES
People can travel between 2 cities or
towns by either road or trail travel
-> offer connectivity and accessibility
across the country
 THE PROS AND CONS OF COACH AND
TRAIN The Pros of Coach:
• The UK has a large coach network
• Reach even small towns and rural areas
• Overnight coaches are convenient for long-distance
journeys
• Ticket more affordable than trains
• Serve most airports in the UK and are usually cheaper
and more convenient than airport trains
• Having toilet and reclining seats, free wi-fi
• Cover more destinations than trains

The Cons of Coach:

• Stop at a service station at least once during the journey
• Do not have a trolley service -> should bring snacks for long journeys.
THE PROS AND CONS OF COACH AND
TRAIN The Pros of Train:
• Avoiding traffic jams and being able to relax, sleep or
work during a long journey
• Services on most long-distance trains include a
restaurant car and a trolley service for drinks and
snacks
The Cons of Train:
• There are often delays especially in bad weather or
during long-term maintenance and construction works
• Train tickets are also more expensive than coach
PRIVATIZATION OF RAILWAY NETWORK

• Britain privatized its railway network in the early

1990s
• Various private companies operating the trains on
different specific routes
Primany Aims:
• make the train financially self-sufficient, not relying
on government subsidies
• make them more efficient and user-friendly
PRIVATIZATION OF RAILWAY NETWORK
SOME PROBLEMS
• Dissatisfaction with the result regarding the fares, reliability
convenience, comfort and safety
-> it’s better even worse in some cases than they were before the
privatization
• The competitive nature of private system
-> led to issues with punctuality as each company prioritizing its own
trains’ departures over accommodating late-running trains from other
companies
• Expensive fares and complex fare structure, as the private
companies need to make profit.
PRIVATIZATION OF RAILWAY NETWORK
DEALING WITH PROBLEMS
• There have been calls to nationalize the railways
• The Labour Party vote in favor of renationalization,
the government minister promptly rejected the vote
<-> There have been some steps have been done.
• in 2002, although officially still not a government
organization, the rail company are not allowed to
make profit and heavily controlled by the government.
THE
CHANNEL
TUNNEL
 CONNECTING
BRITAIN AND
FRANCE
- Opening Ceremony: On May 6, 1994, Queen Elizabeth
II and President Mitterrand of France ceremonially opened
the Channel Tunnel, also known as 'the Chunnel', linking
Calais and Folkestone.

- Historical Significance: The tunnel marked the first time

in 8,000 years that people could travel between Britain
and mainland Europe without leaving solid ground.
CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES AND
CONTROVERSIES
1 Largest British Project: The Channel Tunnel was Britain's
most significant building project of the twentieth century.

Challenges: Construction faced fatalities, cost overruns

2
(more than double the initial estimates), and repeated
delays in regular service commencement.

3 Public Reception: Initial lack of enthusiasm, discomfort

with windowless trains, and competition from more
appealing ferry services.
 EVOLVING PERCEPTIONS AND
SUCCESSES

Improved Connectivity: Completion

Lingering Negativity: Some negative Eurostar Success: Despite challenges,
of the British high-speed rail track in
attitudes persist, leading to lower than Eurostar passenger train service has
2007 enhanced Eurostar's success,
expected passenger numbers. thrived.
reducing travel times and providing
direct access to London's St. Pancras
station.
FUTURE PROSPECTS
AND IMPACT
Continued Growth: Despite initial challenges, Eurostar continues to
attract passengers

Enhanced Connectivity: Improved travel times and direct access to

London's inter-city network increase the tunnel's significance.

Economic and Cultural Impact: The Channel Tunnel facilitates trade,

tourism, and cultural exchange between Britain and Europe.
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