UK & Ireland (Europe) News
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New Overnight Services to Aid Early Departures at Gatwick Airport
London Gatwick Airport has announced the introduction of new overnight train services and expanded bus connections.
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Ember Calls for Alternative Approach to Scotland's Proposed £2 Bus Fare Cap
Electric coach operator Ember has proposed an alternative model for bus fares in Scotland, aknowledging the challenges of a £2 cap.
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New Bus Services to Launch Across West of England
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority has announced the launch of a slew of new bus services across the region this July.
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Northern Introduces New Ticket Unifying Train, Bus & Boat Travel in Cumbria
Northern has announced the sale of a brand-new ticket that allows passengers to switch between trains, buses and boats in Cumbria.
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National Express UK Bus Names New Managing Director
National Express UK Bus has announced the appointment of Sarah East as new Managing Director, effective from 1 July.
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TfGM to Improve Bee Network Accessibility with Help of Disabled Passengers
TfGM has invited disabled people and those living with long-term health conditions to share their lived experiences with the DDRG.
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CitySightseeing Launches App for York Services
CitySightseeing has announced the launch of a new free mobile application that aims to make travelling on the York service more accessible.
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Derby Bus Station to Benefit from £4 Million Improvement Project
The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) has officially approved funding for a raft of improvements to Derby Bus Station.
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TfGM to Build New Electric Bus Depot in Stockport
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has revealed plans for a brand-new fully electric bus depot in Stockport.
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30 New Buses to Provide Better Connection Across Wales
Transport for Wales has announced the addition of 30 new buses to its TrawsCymru fleet, improving public transport for rural communities.
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UK: Arriva Launches New Southend 1X Service
Arriva has announced the launch of the 1X, a direct bus service linking Canvey Island and Southend Seafront.
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Highland Council Continues £2 Local Bus Fare Cap
The Highland Council has encouraged local residents & visitors to make the most of the £2 single fare cap on its in-house bus services.
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TfL’s New Bus Safety Standards Mandate ADAS and Driver Monitoring Systems
Transport for London (TfL) latest Bus Safety Standards include requirements for ADAS and DMS onboard its buses.
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Transport for London Publishes New Bus Safety Standards Through 2033
Transport for London (TfL) has published the second phase of its Bus Safety Standard policy for buses entering service up to 2033.
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Belfast Rapid Transit Phase 2 Awards Engineering Services Contract
Northern Ireland's Department for Infrastructure has appointed AtkinsRéalis to provide engineering services for Belfast Rapid Transit Phase …
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Cambridgeshire Launches Procurement Process for Guided Busway Scheme
Cambridgeshire County Council has launched a procurement process for a major £150 million guided busway project.
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Alexander Dennis & Volvo to Supply Double-Deckers to Scotland
Alexander Dennis & Volvo Buses have been awarded a contract to build 60 new tri-axle double-deckers for operator Lothian Buses.
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The Totalkare Guide to Workshop Safety
Totalkare's complete guide to workshop safety: regulations, common hazards, core safety rules and equipment maintenance for UK compliance ma…
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125 Additional Electric Buses to Enter Service on Bee Network
An additional set of 125 electric buses are destined for operation on Greater Manchester's Bee Network following a new order from Wrightbus.
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Wrightbus to Supply 193 Electric Buses in West Yorkshire
Wrightbus has been contracted to supply 193 electric buses to the West Yorkshire Combined Authority under a deal worth up to 100 million GBP…
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UK: First Repowered Electric Buses to Enter Service in Bath
The first repowered electric buses have entered service in Bath as part of First Bus' electrification programme across the West of England.
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UK Government Opens Applications for Operators of Autonomous Buses
The UK government has opened applications for operators to run self-driving bus services on roads across Great Britain.
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UK Government Establishes Mass Transit Taskforce for Urban Transport
The UK government has created a Mass Transit Taskforce aimed at improving how tram, light rail and bus-based transit systems are delivered.
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UK Government Announces Free Bus Travel for Children in August
The UK Government has announced that bus travel will be free for children in England during August this year.
