Whitelaws’ exit from coach operation is an industry note of caution
That well-respected operator Whitelaws has chosen to end its coaching operations and focus on bus work comes as a big…
Employment law changes under a Labour government
The general election has been called to take place on Thursday 4 July and the polls have predicted a Labour…
Bus retrofit to battery-electric: What should operators consider?
Welcome back to Switched On. Having set out the key drivers of electric bus total cost of ownership and explored…
Honours List grasps industry’s societal position, but what of others?
Members of the industry are again included on an Honours List, this time to mark the King’s birthday. Services to…
Contract income: Still the foundation that coaching is built upon?
Amid talk of the coaching busy season, big numbers passing through Dover despite some difficulties, and the sector prominent via…
‘A survival guide to the coach industry peak summer season’
This is my 15th peak ‘silly season’ in the coach industry. While they get no easier, you certainly learn a…
National Trust and its attitude towards coach operator clients
We are constantly being advised that coaches are not welcome at National Trust locations at certain times despite operating tours…
Existing bus decarbonisation work must precede new ideas
Who guessed that we were going to have a summer election? Did Rishi Sunak think he might get more votes…
Bus driver break facilities: Comfort and cleanliness are not optional
When I started in the industry, break facilities for drivers and crews were often dire. It was not so much…
Is parts availability a growing concern for the coach industry?
Parts availability is becoming more and more of a concern for coach operators. I’m quite fortunate that we carry a…
