Latest Policy News
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Flix to Explore Sustainability Growth in 2026
Flix has unveiled plans for sustainable growth in 2026 that will see it increase network connectivity & transform its international fleet.
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New Research Highlights the Role of Technology in Encouraging Bus Ridership
Research from Getronics indicates that nearly seven in ten people in the UK would be more inclined to take the bus if technology improved.
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First Cymru Christmas Strike Action Suspended Following Pay Offer
Previously announced Welsh strike action planned to begin this week has now been suspended following an improved pay offer.
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CPT Publishes Handbook on Local Bus Service Delivery
The Confederation of Passenger Transport has launched a new handbook to educate LTAs on the different models for local bus networks.
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Welsh Government Extends £1 Fare Pilot to 5–15 Year Olds
The Welsh Government has announced an extension of its cheaper bus fare pilot to include all 5–15 year olds.
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Chicago Residents Invited to Give Insight on Future Bus Travel Plans
The CTA and the CDOT have invited community members to aid future plans that look to transform bus travel throughout Chicago.
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Transport Committee Claims Government 'Lacks Ambition' to Revive English Bus Services
The Transport Committee has released a statement criticising the Government's response to its bus improvement report.
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UK: Bus Services Bill Officially Made Law
The United Kingdom's Bus Services Bill, which aims to protect vital routes across the country, has officially been made law.
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CPT Calls on UK Government to Remove Restrictions on Young Bus Drivers
The CPT has put out a call urging the government to remove a set of barriers preventing new bus drivers from starting their careers.
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Bee Network Strikes Called Off Following 'Excellent' Pay Deal
Planned strikes by Unite members working for Stagecoach and Metroline on the Bee Network staff have officially been called off.
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MTA Announces Additional Routes Equipped with ACE
The MTA has announced that four additional bus routes will be equipped with Automated Camera Enforcement (ACE) technology.
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UK Coach Industry Prepares for EES Implementation
The UK coach industry has begun preparations for of the adoption of the European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES).
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Additional Buses, Cheaper Travel and New 24-Hour Services Announced for Bee Network
A series of major updates have been announced for Greater Manchester's Bee Network, two years on from the project's initial inception.
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West Yorkshire CA Opens Dynamic Market for Franchised Services
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority (CA) has opened its 'dynamic market' for potential franchised bus services.
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Wales: Young Person's £1 Bus Fare Pilot Begins 1 September
The Welsh Government has reminded those aged between 16 & 21 to sign up for a free mytravelpass before a new £1 scheme begins in September.
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New Transport Committee Report Demands UK Bus Funding Reform, More Ambition
A new report calls on the Government to reform the funding process for local bus services and improve connectivity across the UK.
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UK Bus & Coach Drivers to Receive Training to Identify & Handle Violence Against Women and Girls
CPT has commissioned a new training module to support bus and coach drivers on how to identify & report violence against women and girls.
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SYSTRA to Provide Peer Review for Ottawa Zero-Emission Bus Project
SYSTRA Canada will provide a comprehensive, peer reviewed assessment for the City of Ottawa's zero-emission bus project.
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Bee Network Trial to Offer Free Bus Travel for Older & Disabled Passengers
A new pilot is aiming to provide free round-the-clock bus travel for 400,000 older and disabled people in Greater Manchester.
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FTA Updates Low or No Emission Grant Program to Allow More Flexibility
The US DOT has announced a policy update for the Low or No Emission Grant Program, enabling a shift away from zero-emission technologies.
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UK: £3 Bus Fare Cap Extended to March 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that England's 3 GBP bus fare cap will be extended through to March 2027.
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'Renewal of Britain' to Improve City Regional Local Bus Services
England is set to receive its biggest ever investment into city regional local transport over the next five years.
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UK Government Introduces Measures to Safeguard Local Bus Services
Bus services across England could become more stable and accountable under the government’s new Bus Services Bill.
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Which Bus Routes in London Are Currently Free to Ride?
Select bus routes in London are currently free of charge following the opening of the new Silvertown Tunnel last month.