Why the coach industry should get proactive on drivers’ hours
Drivers contend with an extensive list of regulations governing their working hours, vehicle checks and compliance records, from the EU…
Digging up the street? Don’t forget to talk to the bus company first
Road maintenance is vital but a lack of communication, creativity and planning is costing bus operators and their passengers dearly,…
A celebration of 100 years of scheduled coach services
Television had not yet been invented, Winston Churchill was preparing his first Budget speech as Chancellor, and a pint of…
Bus Fare Cap reaped 5% patronage rise: DfT report
The £2 Bus Fare Cap in England contributed to an approximately 5% increase in bus patronage, according to the Department…
Alex Jensen leaves National Express as Kevin Gale takes CEO role
National Express UK and Germany CEO Alex Jensen (pictured) has left the business after 18 months in post, it has…
Bourton coach saga sees progress on set down/pick up facilities
A proposed temporary solution for coaches to set down and pick up passengers in Bourton-on-the-Water has gained support from members…
DfT launches roadshows to shape Integrated National Transport Strategy
The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched a nationwide series of regional roadshows to gather insights from local leaders, businesses…
RHA appeals for clarity on new non-ZE coach sale end-date
RHA has called on the government to provide certainty over the phase-out date for sale of new diesel coaches. The…
CPT calls for further £600m in annual bus funding
A further £600 million in annual spending on bus services could transform local services and massively boost the UK economy,…
David Astill named ALBUM Chair as Bill Hiron steps down
David Astill (pictured, above) has become Chair of ALBUM. He succeeds Bill Hiron (pictured, below) and was appointed at a…
