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Latest Insight & policy 5 Oct 2023

Smart Transport conference spotlight: the role of hydrogen buses in achieving transport net zero

They are quiet, reliable and contribute to zero-carbon public transport – so why do hydrogen-powered buses remain an experimental oddity rather than being a common sight on the roads? Cost is the answer.

Opinion 21 Aug 2023

The role of hydrogen on the pathway to net zero transport

By Ed Wills, managing director, Brighton & Hove and Metrobus

Active Travel 24 Jul 2023

Power to look at bigger active travel picture

Key Route Network measures will allow authorities to look beyond local vested interests when determining the future of cycling and bus networks. Laura Laker reports.

Lee Waters, Deputy Minister for Climate Change

Latest Insight & policy 24 Jul 2023

Wales: the transport trailblazer

A looming nature and environmental crisis is transforming the Welsh Government’s approach to transport. Huw Morris talks to deputy minister for climate change Lee Waters

Low emission bus scheme monitoring report cover

Reports 28 Jun 2023

Low Emission Bus Scheme monitoring programme

The low emission bus scheme aims to benefit local authorities, bus operators and passengers with zero emission buses. The trial period was monitored over 12 months.

Government extends £2 bus fare cap

Bus fares will continue to be capped at £2 on single journeys until the end of October before rising to £2.50 until November 2024, the Government announced today.

Call for Government to 'create post-pandemic bus network'

MPs have called on the Government to build a bus network ‘fit for the post-pandemic world’ with bigger investment in cashless payments, smart ticketing, priority bus routes and demand responsive services.

Government pledges £80 million to support bus operators and extends £2 bus fare cap

The £2 bus fare cap is being extended for three months until the end of June as part of a £155 million Government programme, it has been announced today.

Partnership aims to drive worldwide electric passenger transport growth

Bus manufacturer Marcopolo has entered into an agreement with EV and battery storage specialist Zenobē to support its future mobility strategy and drive the growth of electric passenger transport around the world.

McGill's taking on more electric buses

Bus operator McGill’s is expanding its fleet of electric buses in the west central area of Scotland.

New MD for Go-Ahead London bus company

David Cutts is to become managing director of Go-Ahead London in the new year, replacing John Trayner who is retiring from day-to-day leadership of the capital’s biggest bus company.

Certification means electric Arrival Bus closer to carrying passengers

The Arrival Bus has achieved EU certification and received European Whole Vehicle Type Approval (EUWVTA), the manufacturer announced today.

UK's first full-size autonomous bus takes to the roads of Scotland

Live testing of UK's first full-size autonomous bus begins in Scotland.

Tap and go ticketing has been rolled out across Nottingham

Nottingham launches tap and go across public transport

Nottingham has rolled out tap and go ticketing across three of the city’s major transport operators.

UK transport schemes get major funding boost

Funding worth £7 billion is being provided to 'overhaul and level up' major local transport schemes outside of London.

Government launches consultation on end date for sale of non zero emission buses

The Department for Transport has launched a consultation on proposals to end the sale of new non-zero emission buses by 2032 "at the very latest".

New group launched to review transport strategy in North Wales

The Welsh government has established the North Wales Transport Commission to review sustainable and integrated transport plans across the region.

TfL sets out future vision for buses in the capital

Transport for London (TfL) has published its long-term Bus Action Plan that seeks to boost ridership as part of plans to meet net zero targets by 2030.

Government provides £150m in emergency funding support for public transport

The Government will extend its Covid-19 funding support for public transport for a further six months with £150 million for bus and light rail operators.

Mayors urge Government to extend emergency funding to avoid bus service cuts

Seven Metro Mayors across England have warned the Government’s failure to extend emergency Covid support for bus services is on the verge of causing lasting damage.

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