Glasgow bus franchising advocacy draws furious McGill’s response
Franchising of bus services in the Glasgow city region is the “most effective way” to improve them, a report from…
Operators propose EP Plus to deliver West Yorkshire bus reform
A group of operators in West Yorkshire, including the three largest in Arriva, First Bus and Transdev Blazefield, have come…
Business as usual for bus despite manic month for industry
The issues remain for the bus sector despite receiving much attention recently, writes Confederation of Passenger Transport President Ralph Roberts…
The hard work is only just starting for Manchester’s Bee Network
The ambition around buses in Greater Manchester is welcome, but the switch to franchising will not alone reap success, says…
Go North West appoints Realise as exclusive training partner
Go North West (GNW) has appointed Realise as its exclusive training partner. Such an approach is expected to see around…
West Yorkshire bus franchising plans revealed as consultation is go
Bus franchising could be introduced in West Yorkshire from June 2026, with a decision on whether such an avenue will…
Stagecoach adds Mellor Strata order for Manchester Bee Network
Stagecoach has become the second operator to order the Mellor Strata coachbuilt minibus for use on regulated Bee Network services…
Liverpool City Region bus franchising gets green light
Bus franchising in the Liverpool City Region will proceed after Mayor Steve Rotheram made the long-expected decision to reregulate the…
MD shuffle as Stagecoach Manchester looks to 2024 franchising
Stagecoach has shuffled some members of its senior leadership in the North West ahead of it taking up three large…
Sunak ‘plan for motorists’ is attacked for stance on bus priority
Strengthening guidance for local authorities (LAs) to ensure that bus lanes operate only “when necessary” forms part of government efforts…
