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Revolutionising Rural Connectivity

Abstract

In many rural areas, the current state of transport data sharing is marked by a critical lack of discoverability, transparency and accessibility, hindering efficient and inclusive mobility solutions for residents. The cost of not opening transport data is estimated to be £15bn with rural transport a key overlooked area.

Our project architects a first-of-its-kind Rural Transport data-sharing ecosystem, working in depth with Somerset County Council, while remaining fully-informed by user needs across wider rural authorities.

By improving access to rural transport data via data exchange methods, our project will enable multiple benefits including economic/productivity benefits, reduced social isolation, improved access to services, reduced inequality and an enhanced ability to target investment to the greatest areas of need.

Lead Participant

Project Cost

Grant Offer

CITY SCIENCE CORPORATION LIMITED £175,265 £ 122,686
 

Participant

SOMERSET COUNTY COUNCIL £74,732 £ 74,732

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