Latest Policy News
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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.
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Metro Vancouver to Benefit from Major Transit Expansion
TransLink’s 2025 Investment Plan has gained approval, setting the stage for a significant expansion in bus services in Metro Vancouver.
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Bee Network Launches 'Licence for Greater Manchester' for Bus Drivers
A new initiative aimed at improving job flexibility and retention for bus drivers has been introduced for Greater Manchester’s Bee Network.
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US: MTA Announces Details of Queens Bus Network Redesign
The MTA has announced details on bus timetabling changes set to take effect as part of the the Queens Bus Network Redesign project.
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Wales: New Legislation to Return Local Bus Services to Public Control
The Welsh Government has introduced a new Bill to change how local bus services are planned and delivered.
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New Report Calls for Prioritising Bus Services in Residential Developments
Stagecoach and Go-Ahead Group have launched a report on the importance of integrating bus services into new residential developments.
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South Yorkshire Bus Services to Return to Public Control
Mayor of South Yorkshire, Oliver Coppard, has announced the decision to bring all buses throughout South Yorkshire back under public control…
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Waiting for Change — The Case for a National Bus Stop Standard
The Bus Centre of Excellence has explored the need for a National Bus Stop Standard, as called for by Campaign for Better Transport.
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Liverpool City Region to Return Buses to Public Control from 2026
Mayor Steve Rotheram has revealed advanced plans to return bus services to public control across the Liverpool City Region.