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Transport for the South East (TfSE)

We partner with Transport for the South East (TfSE) to boost the south east’s economy. The aim is for a safe, sustainable, and connected transport system. Which will improve your quality of life and the environment.

The TfSE covers the English Channel to the border of London. As well as from the Kent coast to Berkshire, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Where within this area it also includes:

  • major airports
  • ports
  • roads
  • rail routes

It's a powerful economic motor for the UK. Where it adds £200 billion a year to the national economy and is home to over 8.3 million residents.

TfSE wants to boost the economy by focusing on the right transport for the area. Better transport means:

  • connecting people with jobs and training
  • helping businesses to reach markets
  • bringing friends and families together.

It is supported by the Department for Transport and it currently operates as a voluntary partnership and developed its first Transport Strategy in 2020.

The full list of local transport authorities involved:

  • Berkshire Local Transport Body (encompassing the six Berkshire unitary authorities)
  • Brighton & Hove City Council
  • East Sussex County Council
  • Hampshire County Council
  • Isle of Wight Council
  • Kent County Council
  • Medway Council
  • Portsmouth City Council
  • Southampton City Council
  • Surrey County Council
  • West Sussex County Council.

Also represented are:

  • The Department for Transport
  • National Highways
  • Network Rail
  • borough and district councils
  • Transport for London
  • protected landscapes
  • businesses
  • a range of user groups, transport owners and operators, business groups and delivery partners via the TfSE Transport Forum representative.