Latest United Kingdom News
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Stagecoach Submits Plans for Revised Stockton Depot
Stagecoach has submitted plans for a new 'depot of the future' at its Stockton site, with consideration now in the hands of Stockton Council…
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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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West Yorkshire to Invest £100 Million into Publicly-Owned Zero Emission Buses
West Yorkshire council has approved a new multi-million pound investment into the acquisition of new publicly owned zero-emission buses.
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National Express Unveils New TEMSA Vehicles with Stotts Coaches
National Express and E. Stott & Sons Ltd have unveiled two new TEMSA HD13 coaches, which will enter service this weekend.
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UK: Alexander Dennis Supplies New Enviro200 Single Decker to Taw and Torridge
Alexander Dennis has supplied of a new Enviro200 single decker to independent operator Taw and Torridge Coaches.
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The Coach Travel Group Acquires Four Operators from National Express
TCTG has acquired a four operators from National Express: Lucketts Travel, Worthing Coaches, Clarkes of London & The Kings Ferry.
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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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UK: Bus Franchising Pilots to Expand to Cornwall
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced the expansion of its UK bus franchising pilots to Cornwall.
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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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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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Wrightbus Reports 77% Revenue Growth Amid Expansion
British bus manufacturer, Wrightbus has reported a 77% increase in revenue amid expansion of its workforce and product range.
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BYD Outlines Expansion Plans in the UK and Europe
BYD has set out its latest expansion plans in the UK and European markets, including the introduction of its eBus Platform 3.0.
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Strikes to Cause Major Disruption Across Metroline Manchester Services
Roughly 1,000 Unite members working at Metroline Manchester have begun striking today following a breakdown of negotiations around pay.
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55 New Zero Emission First Buses Introduced in Essex
Fifty-five new zero tailpipe emission vehicles are now being introduced on routes serving Basildon and the surrounding area.
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Dumfries and Galloway Council Orders Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV Electric Buses
Dumfries and Galloway Council has placed an order for three Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV battery-electric buses.
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Post-Pandemic Bus Driver Pay Rises Sit Above National Average
Bus and coach drivers across the UK have typically received pay rises of almost 30% over the last three years.
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TfL Reveals Sneak Peek of Bakerloop Buses
Transport for London (TfL) has revealed a first look at its new Bakerloop buses, which will commence service from 27 September.
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First Bus & Norfolk County Council to Invest £18.9 Million into New Electric Buses
First Bus will purchase 24 electric double-decker buses as part of a joint £13.8 million investment with Norfolk County Council.
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Alexander Dennis to Supply 17 Electric Buses in Bath
Alexander Dennis has announced the securement of a new order from First Bus for the supply of 17 zero-emission buses in Bath.
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Zero Emissions, Zero Support? Why Britain Must Back Its Bus Builders
Take a detailed look at the current state of bus manufacturing in the UK, including insight from Wrightbus CEO Jean-Marc Gales.
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Alexander Dennis Supplies New Electric Buses in South London
Alexander Dennis has supplied 13 Enviro100EV battery-electric buses to Transport UK for use in South London.
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IN PICTURES: A Peek Inside Wrightbus' Ballymena Bus Factory
A behind-the-scenes look inside Wrightbus’ Ballymena factory, where over 1,200 buses are being built this year alone.
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Wrightbus to Appoint New Chief Executive from December 2025
Wrightbus has announced that its Chief Executive, Jean-Marc Gales, will step into the role of Deputy Chairman from 1 December 2025.
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National Express and Alsa to Join Forces as 'Coach Powerhouse'
National Express has announced plans to join forces with Alsa in January 2026, creating a "pan-European coach powerhouse for the future".