This collection of edited papers, first published in 1990, has two broad sets of objectives. The first relates to transport in the wider context of New Right governments and a policy agenda for state activity which clearly reflects a shifting relationship between public and private sectors. The second focuses on transport per se and to provide evidence of the contexts, policies and practical outcomes of deregulatory measures.

A report by the Transport Studies Unit, set up to monitor the effects of the 1985 Transport Act from a broad perspective and incorporating assessment of indirect and social impacts, as well as those in fares, service levels and efficiency.

Peter White reviews current practices in urban, rural and long-distance travel by road, rail and air. The review covers the legal and organisational structure in Britain but is also applicable to many other countries.