Scotland: Travel continues to return towards pre-pandemic levels
The compendium Scottish Transport Statistics publication released today shows that travel across a range of modes has increased over the latest reporting year, but remains below pre-pandemic levels. The most recent statistics show that there were 334 million bus journeys in 2023/24, an increase of 12% compared to 2022/23 but 7% below the number of […]
Work to ensure tram journeys in Manchester city centre remain safe and reliable continues next week
Work to ensure tram journeys in Manchester city centre remain safe and reliable continues next week, with the replacement of Metrolink tracks between Market Street and High Street/Church Street. Works will take place from Tuesday 25 March until end of service on Wednesday, 23 April, with no trams operating via Market Street or Shudehill during […]
Lancashire County Council adds in bus routes after extra funding from BSIP
Lancashire County Council has reviewed the buses it supports in the area, and taken account of requests from the local community, to improve services as contracts were awarded for the new financial year. This expansion to services has been possible thanks to additional funding from the Government’s Bus Service Improvement Plan fund. There will also […]
Series of roadshows launched to understand how bus services can be approved around the UK
The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched a series of regional roadshows to gather insights on how to improve bus services across the country. This initiative aims to inform the development of a new Integrated National Transport Strategy, which seeks to create seamless, well-connected transport networks tailored to local needs. Transport Minister, Simon Lightwood MP […]
The next phase of Mid-Cornwall Metro takes place
The next stage of the £56.8M Mid Cornwall Metro project has officially started this week. The Mid Cornwall Metro project is looking to provide an hourly direct train service connecting Newquay, Par, St Austell, Truro, Penryn and Falmouth. MCM is funded by Government and Cornwall Council and being delivered by Network Rail in partnership with the council and GWR. […]
Motability study reveals public transport fears of young disabled travellers
More than half of young disabled people feel unsafe using public transport in the UK, a study has suggested. The Motability Foundation has shared its research into the experiences and barriers that young disabled people face when travelling by public transport so that the transport sector can understand their needs and involve them moving forward […]
West Midlands Mayor launches consultation on taking control of region’s bus services
Consultation over the biggest shake up of regional bus services in decades has been launched this week by Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands with a rallying cry for people to take part. Over the next three months the public are being asked to give their views on the Mayor’s plan for a franchised […]
Buses are go, in Telford and Wrekin
Telford & Wrekin Council has approved plans to ensure its bus services will continue to improve travel and connectivity. As part of its ongoing commitment to improving public transport, the Council is moving forward with plans to invite bids for new services, due to start in summer 2025. The improvements are supported by a £3.5 […]
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority collaborates with Citymapper to improve travel across South Yorkshire
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) has announced a new initiative with Citymapper, the award-winning journey planning app, which will help shape the future of public transport across South Yorkshire and will enhance the travel experience for residents, workers, and visitors. Through this initiative, SYMCA will benefit from data insights into regional travel patterns […]
First Solent’s electric buses power nearly four million journeys since launch
First Solent’s electric buses have powered nearly 4 million journeys, covering over 1.3million miles*, since rolling out across Portsmouth, Gosport and Fareham. Since their launch in March this year, the 62 zero emission buses – which replaced nearly half (43%) of First Solent’s diesel fleet – have reduced emissions dramatically, saving the equivalent of approximately […]