SMEs’ involvement in bus franchising requires attention quickly
Award of bus franchising contracts in Greater Manchester is complete, and as predicted by some, SMEs' involvement in that market…
‘Business as usual’ future for bus in Strathclyde set to be ruled out
A ruling out of ‘business as usual’ as a mechanism for future delivery of bus services in the Strathclyde Partnership…
Stagecoach wins initial five-year Guernsey bus services contract
Stagecoach has gained an initial five-year contract to operate 20 core bus services and 24 home-to-school routes on Guernsey. It…
Buses Bill contents trailed as legislation laid to expand franchising
The first step on a road to reform of bus services in England outside London via what is now called…
Ten Per Cent Club video highlights Britain’s buses at their best
Bus industry professionals group the Ten Per Cent Club has published a YouTube video that it says showcases Britain’s buses…
Manchester bus franchising final tranche school services awarded
Diamond Bus North West and Go North West will operate the home-to-school services that are part of the third and…
UTG warns city region zero-emission bus uptake must accelerate
The zero-emission bus fleet in city regions in England must expand by around 1,200 vehicles each year until 2036 if…
Charlie Hamilton appointed Partner by Grant Thornton
Business and financial adviser Grant Thornton has named established bus industry figure Charlie Hamilton as Partner, Public Services Advisory. Mr…
West of England bus reform report due – but caution on franchising
Mayor of the West of England Dan Norris is “actively considering bus reform” in the region, but he has cautioned…
Bus franchising will not negate need for zero-emission funding
In the blink of an eye, the first month of the new government has passed with renewed promises to revolutionise…
