Latest United Kingdom News
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The Impact of megabus’ Retreat on UK Coach Travel
What does megabus' retreat of UK coach services mean for passengers and how does this sit with competitors such as FlixBus who are expanding…
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UK Bus, Coach & Minibus Market Celebrates Two Years of Growth
A new study has shown that the UK's bus, coach and minibus market has recorded a second year of consecutive growth.
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Go Ahead Purchases 26 Volvo Electric Single Decker Buses for TfL
Go Ahead has announced the addition of 26 Volvo BZL Electric single deck buses to its London-based fleet.
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Wrightbus Unveils StreetDeck Hydroliner Gen 2.0 Double-Decker Hydrogen Bus
Wrightbus has introduced the latest upgrade of its hydrogen-powered double-decker bus, the StreetDeck Hydroliner Gen 2.0.
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FlixBus Partners with J&B Travel for Coach Services in Northern England
FlixBus UK has announced a new partnership with J&B Travel, a coach operator based in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
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National Express Adds Extra Coach Seats in Response to Stansted Rail Disruption
National Express is increasing capacity on its coach services between London and Stansted Airport due to planned rail maintenance works.
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Wrightbus Announces Plans to Increase Production
Wrightbus has announced that production has increased following a record-breaking year in 2024.
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UK Transport Minister Engages with Communities on Future of Bus Services
The UK's Local Transport Minister has launched a series of regional roadshows to gather insights on improving bus services.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network to Make Further Service Improvements
Greater Manchester’s Bee Network has reached 100 million bus journeys, with more improvements for AI-recommended routes now in the pipeline.
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FlixBus Increases UK Services with Desi Coaches Partnership
FlixBus has partnered with London-based operator Desi Coaches, with services between Leicester and London set to commence in mid-March 2025.
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National Express Commemorates 100 Years of Bristol to London Route
National Express has commemorated 100 years of the first Bristol to London coach service with the display of a heritage Bristol Greyhound.
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Bakerloop Express Bus Service Proposed in London
Transport for London (TfL) has launched a consultation on the 'Bakerloop' express bus service, following the proposed Bakerloo line extensio…
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Wrightbus Launches New Electric Bus Models Under Rightech Brand
Wrightbus has introduced its new brand, Rightech, along with four new electric vehicle models: two 7.5-tonne trucks and two buses.
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Alexander Dennis Unveils Autonomous Electric Bus for Cambridge Connector
Alexander Dennis has unveiled its first Enviro100AEV autonomous electric bus, developed for the Cambridge Connector project.
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Greater Manchester to Invest £86 Million into a Cleaner Region
The Government has confirmed the implementation of a new, locally-led £86 million scheme to clean up air in Greater Manchester.
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UK: 50 Wrightbus Electric Buses to Enter Service in Plymouth
This year, Plymouth Citybus is set to introduce 50 zero-emission electric double-decker buses, manufactured by Wrightbus.
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Wrightbus Reports Strongest Ever Start to a Year
Wrightbus has announced its strongest start to a year, with nearly 200 new buses entering service across the UK and Europe in January alone.
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Our Pass Provides Free Bus Travel for Young People on Bee Network
As part of Greater Manchester's Bee Network, the region is providing free bus travel for 16 to 18-year-olds through the Our Pass offering.
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National Express Retains London Stansted Airport Contract
National Express has secured a five-year contract to operate coach services to and from London Stansted Airport.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network Enhances Bus Accessibility
Greater Manchester's transition to the franchised Bee Network is helping to make public transport more accessible and inclusive.
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Metroline Expands to Greater Manchester for Bee Network Services
Metroline has begun operating Bee Network services in Greater Manchester, marking the company’s first expansion outside London.
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Greater Manchester Returns All Buses to Public Control Under Bee Network
As of 6 January 2025, Greater Manchester has officially transitioned all bus services back to public control.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network Set to Introduce Simpler Fares
Greater Manchester has confirmed details of its new fare structure for Bee Network buses, with all services coming under local control.
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Single Bus Fares in England Rise to £3
From 1 January, a new 3 GBP single fare cap has been introduced for bus journeys in England, rising from the previous 2 GBP initiative.