Tag: franchising

South Yorkshire confirms move to bus franchising

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) has confirmed that bus services…

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…

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…

Mayor and Transport Secretary unite to discuss South Yorkshire bus future

South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard and Transport Secretary Louise Haigh (pictured) met…

SME support sought from West Yorkshire franchising

The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has opened discussions with Mayor of…

SME involvement in franchising process defended by ALBUM

Bill Hiron, Chair of the Association of Local Bus Managers (ALBUM) and…

Minister: No ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach for buses under coming Bill

Transport Minister Simon Lightwood has told routeone that Enhanced Partnerships are still…

Subcontracting solution to SMEs’ involvement in bus franchising?

The article you published on the involvement of small and medium enterprises…

ALBUM voices concerns over TfGM franchising impact on SMEs

The Association of Local Bus Managers (ALBUM) has voiced its concerns following…

Focus on transparency and community benefits for GM franchising efforts

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has detailed more of the implementation of…