Staying at the forefront of industry engagement
CPT President Ralph Roberts contemplates rates, funding, and ways to make a career in bus driving a more attractive proposition…
Time for a rethink on young driver 50km restriction?
The 50km, regular service restriction that applies to each very young category D driver is an accepted part of the…
UKCOA interview: Coopers Tours of Killamarsh
This month, UKCOA Managing Director Peter Bradley converses with UKCOA member Graham Cooper of Coopers Tours Coopers Tours was founded…
‘The cruising industry has evolved, and so can we’
I understand the comments that John Johnson made in last month’s issue of routeone. He understands his operations, is a…
‘What is the true worth of a coach operator’s time?’
Wages are always a hotly debated topic in the coach parks of Britain, and more latterly on various Facebook groups.…
‘Managers: Don’t understate front line time importance’
A friend of mine used to work for a supermarket chain. While he generally enjoyed it, one of his frustrations…
Alpine Travel MD Chris Owens talks coach tourism
Alpine Travel Managing Director Chris Owens was appointed to the board of the Coach Tourism Association (CTA) in July. That…
Is political view of the industry starting to change?
Upheaval in government following Liz Truss’s ascent to the post of Prime Minister has been overshadowed by the sad passing…
Customer centricity: ‘Must be more than a buzz phrase’
At First Bus, we have spoken a lot about customer centricity. It runs throughout our internal communications and is present…
Did a bus policy shift at DfT start before a new minister?
The appointment of Liz Truss as the leader of the Conservative party and our new Prime Minister will, of course,…
