Blue plaque initiative: Why it matters to Women in Bus and Coach
Since its launch in 2023, the Women in Bus and Coach (WiBC) blue plaque initiative has been quietly but powerfully…
Bee Network: The now and the future of bus in Greater Manchester
Transition of bus services in Greater Manchester to the franchised Bee Network completed in early 2025. Behind the scenes, much…
Transport Design Forum puts inclusivity at the heart of bus design
Adherence to inclusive legislation is a natural desire for transport authorities and government bodies. Such legislation is a moving beast,…
A city’s award-winning approach to Enhanced Partnership for bus
On 4 June, Paul Walker, Head of Passenger Transport at Portsmouth City Council, won the Person of the Year accolade…
CPT President’s Diary: Why work in coach and bus?
A role in coach and bus is worth treasuring for its enormous contribution to society, highlights Confederation of Passenger Transport…
Devolution is right route for bus, says former mayor
Devolution to combined authority level is creating better conditions in which bus services can thrive, according to the former Mayor…
Tech and tools to keep your coach and bus fleet on the move
Operators looking to avoid expensive outsourcing can reap dividends by investing in tools such as wheel alignment equipment and wash…
Andrew Wickham: Remembering the most authentic of bus leaders
On Friday 27 June, I attended the funeral of my boss of seven years, Andrew Wickham MBE. It was a…
£3.2 million public transport boost for Nottingham as EMCCA confirms funding
Nottingham is set to receive over £3 million in external funding for its public transport next year, as part of…
‘Shared space’ floating bus stops design in England to be paused
Local transport authorities (LTAs) in England including London will see a pause on floating bus stops where users board and…
