Warranties – are they even worth the hassle?
For many years now I have mainly purchased vehicles brand new and, as such, I receive what is called a…
Scheduled coach growth benefits the wider industry
Scheduled coach services are on the up. That is shown by growth in England, Scotland, and – shortly – in…
How can electric bus chargers service other sectors?
Over 2,000 battery-electric buses are in service today in the UK, according to recent Zemo Partnership analysis. That means there…
Recruitment and retention: Don’t forget past lessons
The wheels of the economy and government policy keep turning. In my 50-plus years as a passionate advocate of public…
UKCOA presents your summer ‘to do’ list
As the schools close for summer and companies gear up for autumn, Peter Bradley urges you not to forget the…
We must raise local awareness of bus’s plight
Engagement with local authorities is important for the survival of rural services, argues CPT President Ralph Roberts Uppermost in my…
Governments need to listen to the public on bus services
Funding efforts do not reflect the high value of our bus services, writes Confederation of Passenger Transport President Ralph Roberts…
A new road ahead for Traffic Commissioners?
Confederation of Passenger Transport Operations Director Keith McNally on the review of the role of Traffic Commissioners Traffic Commissioners (TCs)…
Staff retention is the key to a successful operation
It seems like yesterday, summer 2021, as we prepared for a new school term. Our business was unusual because we…
Crucial times lie ahead for industry on PSVAR
Confederation of Public Transport Operations Director Keith McNally outlines the body's stance on this controversial topic In 2019, the Public…
