Government response to PSVAR review call for evidence delayed
A government response to the call for evidence (CfE) issued in 2023 on the review of PSVAR, and publication of…
First West of England welcomes 15% patronage rise
First West of England has reported a 15% year-on-year increase in patronage across its network for 2023. The operator, which…
Stagecoach extends BFCG participation into 2024
Stagecoach has confirmed it will continue to offer £2 single fares in England until at least the end of June…
Bus patronage: Coming back, but some major variations in play
News that bus patronage in Great Britain rose strongly in the year to March will be welcomed by an industry…
The challenge of making bus services available to all
Disability access is a well-known issue for operators, but we also touch on two lesser-considered types of bus users —…
More than 100m free bus journeys made via Scotland under-22 scheme
The Scottish Government has hailed its free bus travel for under-22s scheme as "transformative" after announcing the landmark of 100…
TfWM seeks new bus users with employee discount scheme
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) is to offer "try-before-you-buy" discounted or free bus travel to thousands in the region in…
Bus passenger numbers up in FY2022/23 despite mileage drop
Bus passenger journey numbers in Great Britain rose strongly during FY2022/23 compared to the previous year, but growth among concessionary…
38% patronage boost for Unilink in Stirling
Midland Bluebird has reported a 38% year-on-year increase in passenger volume on its Unilink bus service in Stirling after the…
Moffat and Williamson joins St Andrews discount scheme
A scheme involving St Andrews University offering 75% discount to students and staff is to be extended into a second…
