South Yorkshire confirms move to bus franchising
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) has confirmed that bus services across the region will move to a franchised…
McGill’s growth plans: UK and beyond on the radar, says Chairman
Future growth of McGill’s Group could see it spread further across the UK and into other markets, Chairman Ralph Roberts…
Proposed Wales coach service challenged over value and cost
The notion of a proposed publicly funded express coach service linking North and South Wales has been questioned by the…
CPT: ‘No major changes coming to international service requirements’
The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has confirmed that upcoming changes to the arrangements for international regular and special regular…
Quest to ban school use of Section 19 permit regime reignites
A campaign to prevent schools from operating minibuses under the Section 19 permit regime has restarted with a relaunched petition…
Clarity on key asks from coach and bus is priority, minister explains
Under-Secretary of State for Transport Simon Lightwood has made clear his willingness to engage with the coach and bus industry.…
Bus investment offers treasury great value for money
A relatively small amount of investment into bus could go a long way, says CPT Chief Executive Graham Vidler No…
Wrightbus Contour: Everything we know so far
Reviving a historic model name on a new vehicle taps into many things buyers enjoy: Nostalgia, brand recognition, and customer…
‘Coach sector should emphasise achievements on PSVAR work’
The coach industry must consider its approach to PSVAR compliance and work with campaigners to highlight good work already being…
Buses inquiry extends parliamentary focus on sector – opinion
The Transport Select Committee started to take oral evidence on its inquiry “Buses Connecting Communities” on 26 February. Further, the…
