Heavy vehicle testing reform for ER members needs more work
Any reform of the heavy vehicle testing regime for operators that are part of DVSA’s Earned Recognition (ER) scheme is…
Skills, coach parking, decarb and ZE in RHA Spring Statement calls
Skills and training, coach parking, low-carbon fuels, and a clear pathway to zero-emission vehicle driveline evolution are among calls made…
York Pullman Bus Company agrees sale to FirstGroup
Agreement has been reached for FirstGroup to purchase York Pullman Bus Company. Completion of the surprise deal for the 130-vehicle…
Bus speeds and coach CAZ exemptions on CPT Budget wish-list
Long-term funding, a plan for local authorities to increase bus speeds and a creation of a new class of Clean…
CPT launches coach and bus manifestos ahead of General Election
As the UK braces for the upcoming general election, the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has launched two manifestos at…
Coach solutions still sought for Bourton-on-the-Water
Local councillors and businesses continue to seek alternative facilities at Bourton-on-the-Water following closure of the village’s only dedicated coach parking…
PSVAR review delay: Acceptable if unavoidable, say trade bodies
PSVAR review next steps to be presented in a government response to a call for evidence (CfE) that is subject…
Leading transport consultant: Bus can succeed as public purse is tightened
More public spending constraints are likely to be on their way, but relatively small amounts of targeted expenditure can nevertheless…
Labour coach and bus policy development ‘based on engagement’
Labour wants to grow its burgeoning engagement with bus and develop with coach what is thus far tentative work around…
BSIP money and DfT pilot schemes tackle crime on buses
Crime and antisocial behaviour (ASB) on and around buses has been making headlines recently, but operators and local authorities are…
