Transport policy must also be adapted to the major changes that have occurred in the surrounding world and to the rapid changes taking place in society, inter alia, through the development of information technology. Development presents new demands, but also creates new opportunities. The Swedish Government's proposal for a new transport policy marks out the way forward for a transport policy for sustainable development. It must satisfy the requirements of people and enterprises for transport options. Within the framework of a sustainable development, the government works towards the development of a transport system not only for today's but also for tomorrow's needs.
Equality is an important area.
Everyone needs to travel and consequently the experiences and needs of both women and men must be taken into account. The automobile is and will continue to be the backbone of the passenger transport system. But it is insufficient. Public transport systems must be developed so that everyone has the possibility of travelling, whether or not they have access to an automobile. Applying resources for public transport is an investment in safer and more environmentally friendly transport, but it is also an investment in a transport system for everyone.