The changes Capital Allowances At the Spring Budget 2023, the government replaced the super deduction regime with ‘full expensing’ for 3 years from 1 April 2023, allowing businesses to write off the full cost of qualifying plant and machinery investment against their taxable profits. The government is now making this change permanent with a 100% […]
Stockport-based Belle Vue is expanding its partnership with FlixBus. Belle Vue will add three Yutongs to the FlixBus network in 2024, offering additional coach services between Manchester and York, Birmingham and Leicester. “Belle Vue has delivered exceptional quality on our network, alongside an entrepreneurial and ambitious approach from Phil and the entire team” – Managing […]
Volvo Buses is launching the Volvo B8R with MCV eVoTor bodywork exclusively in the UK and Irish markets. The manufacturer says the vehicle offers an ‘attractive alternative to operators looking for cost efficiency and reliability’. Built on the B8R eight-litre chassis for the first time, this entry-level addition to Volvo’s portfolio is built in collaboration […]
New drivers’ hours and rest time rules for European driving have been agreed by the European Parliament’s Transport and Tourism Committee (TRAN). The amendments to the rules mean that coach tourism drivers can, in addition to the current rules, split their 45-minute break into two breaks of at least 15 minutes. On journeys that are […]
VDL Groep owner, Wim van der Leegte, has passed away. He died of natural causes at home in his hometown of Duizel on the night between 18 to 19 November 2023. He was 76 years old. A statement from the van der Leegte family said: “We are deeply saddened by this sudden loss. First of […]
Britain’s new bus, coach and minibus market grew by 130.6% in the third quarter of 2023 with 1,739 vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Operator demand more than doubled compared with the same quarter last year. The July to September period saw the greatest demand […]
ShuttleID, the ticketing platform for schools and work, has launched a branding add-on, offering operators their own branded version of the system. The add-on requires no upfront investment or setup fee and is available with a monthly subscription. The comprehensive platform encompasses mobile ticketing, secure payment processing, efficient booking capabilities, real-time service alerts, vehicle tracking, […]
The RHA has launched guidance to help operators run apprenticeships. It sets out the benefits of taking on apprentices and examines the various options and good practice to help operators make the right choices to support their businesses. ‘A Guide to Running an Apprenticeship in England’ advises operators about an employer’s responsibilities, choosing courses and training […]