Latest United Kingdom News
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London: Superloop SL11 Bus Route Proposed in Thamesmead
Transport for London (TfL) has launched a consultation on the proposed SL11 Superloop express bus route in Thamesmead.
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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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UK: Wrightbus Announces Creation of 50 New Jobs
Wrightbus has announced the creation of 50 new jobs following the increase in diesel bus electrification at its NewPower factory.
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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.
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The Buzz Behind UK Bus Franchising
With Greater Manchester’s Bee Network spearheading change, could franchising be the answer to improving UK bus services?
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Wales: FlixBus Expands Connectivity from Cardiff
FlixBus has announced a long-term partnership with Cardiff-based Watts Coaches, following an initial collaboration in December 2024.
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Liverpool City Region Orders 58 Double-Decker Electric Buses from Alexander Dennis
Liverpool City Region has ordered 58 Enviro400EV double-decker buses from Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc.
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National Express Expands into Scotland with Scottish Citylink
National Express has expanded its services into Scotland through a new partnership with Scottish Citylink.
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Capped Contactless Payments Expand to Greater Manchester's Bee Network Buses
From 23 March, passengers in Greater Manchester will be able to travel seamlessly on Bee Network buses and trams with contactless payments.
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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.