Latest Policy News
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Unite Backs TfL Proposals for New Publicly Owned Bus Company
Unite has announced strong backing of Transport for London's proposals for a new publicly owned bus company in the capital.
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UK Government Publishes Guidance on Bus Franchising Schemes
The UK government has published updated guidance on establishing bus franchising schemes for local transport authorities in England.
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TfL Unveils 5-Year Plan to Improve Bus Journeys and Reduce Congestion in London
Transport for London (TfL) has launched 'London on the move,' a five-year plan to improve the capital’s road network and bus services.
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Over 2 Million Young People Ride Welsh Buses Following £1 Price Cap
Over two million bus journeys have been taken by young people across the country since the introduction of the £1 bus fare in September.
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Bus Speeds Up as Congestion Pricing Marks First Year in New York City
New York City’s congestion pricing programme has marked its first anniversary with notable reductions in traffic and improvements in transit…
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TfGM Lifts Restrictions on Concessionary Bus Passes for Older & Disabled People
TfGM has announced the permanent lifting of its 9:30 restrictions for the use of concessionary bus passes by older and disabled people.
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Welsh Bus Services to Return to Public Control
A new bill has been passed that aims to reform bus services across Wales, transforming the way that local services are planned and delivered…
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TfGM Launches Consultation on Potential Public Transport Plans
TfGM is asking those who live, work, travel, visit or study in Greater Manchester to help shape the future of its travel network.
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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.