Could Bus Services Bill help to address decline in rural provision?
Amid the government’s highly publicised promise of a once-in-a-generation revolution in bus services, the spotlight has been shone on the…
Resource shake-up brings Nottsbus On Demand DRT expansion
In May 2023, routeone reported on the impending launch of Nottinghamshire County Council’s fourth DRT zonal scheme. Now, just 18…
Karsan e-JEST microbus makes UK debut with EVM as supplier
The Karsan e-JEST battery-electric microbus made its UK debut at Euro Bus Expo, with EVM to act as the Turkish…
Wiltshire Connect DRT sees over 55,000 passengers in first year
The Wiltshire Connect demand responsive transport service in Pewsey Vale has carried more than 55,000 passengers during its first 12…
Moray M.Connect adds a further EVM Cityline minibus
Moray Council has added another Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with Cityline low-entry bodywork to the M.Connect fleet, converted and supplied by EVM.…
London Hire maintains focus on zero-emission despite headwinds
Local authority (LA) and other social transport minibuses are an ideal vehicle class to make the zero-emission shift if funding…
TUPE importance clear as coach operator awarded compensation
The importance of observing TUPE regulations when a contract moves between operators has been underlined by an Employment Tribunal case…
Poor patronage spells end for ArrivaClick DRT in Watford
The ArrivaClick demand responsive minibus service in Watford will be withdrawn on 31 December, ahead of the end of its…
Is the time right for a Total Transport revival?
When it comes to the integration of publicly funded transport, the industry is hoping a long-dormant concept can finally spring…
Framework sees rapid TransMach ETM delivery for WESTlink
TransMach has assisted with the implementation of the WESTlink demand responsive service in the West of England area via the…