NCT cuts Clifton fare . . . Nottingham City Transport (NCT) has cut fares for any journey on its buses in Clifton to £1 from £1.10. The move was part of a number of changes recently introduced, including more frequent buses on the 48 in the mornings, evenings and Sunday daytimes; the number 2 service […]
Current trading has been consistent with the Stagecoach management team’s expectations, according to a recent statement from the company. There is no change to the adjusted earnings per share it is anticipating for the year ending 30 April 2016. During the 12 weeks ended 25 July 2015, its UK Bus regional operations achieved like-for-like revenue […]
TfGM is consulting the public on plans for a new transport interchange in Tameside. The new Tameside Interchange in Ashton-under-Lyne is designed to make it easier for people to change between buses, trams, bicycles and taxis. There will also be improved pedestrian routes from the interchange to the town centre and railway station. The new […]
First in Bradford’s latest new Wrightbus SteetLites each have the name of a ‘Champion’ of Bradford emblazoned on them. The new vehicles run on the 620 Haworth Road – Bierley Circular route. Representing a £2m investment, the new vehicles feature leather seats, CCTV and Wi-Fi. The 500 staff at the operator were asked to nominate […]
The Kings Ferry is launching a new commuter service between Maidstone and London, taking in Grove Green and Weavering. Starting 5 October, the service will cost less than £10 per day and has a guaranteed seat policy. It will also have a brand new bespoke vehicle allocated to the route. To launch the new Maidstone […]
The First Midland Bluebird operated ‘The Loop’ tourism service in Falkirk has carried 15,000 passengers since its launch in April. The Scottish Government funded bus service connects the town’s tourist attractions with other road and rail services over the summer season. The pink bus provides an hourly service and takes in The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk […]
First in York has announced a price freeze for the majority of customers as part of its annual price review. There are also price cuts being introduced for some customers with the announcement of an extension to the product range for 16 to 18 year olds. The introduction of new monthly (£38), three-monthly (£100) and […]
Passengers in Coventry are to be given the chance to give transport chiefs their views about the area’s network on 29 August. The ‘Your Public Transport Matters’ event will enable the public to talk directly with representatives from Network West Midlands, the region’s integrated bus, rail and tram system. Organised by Centro, the region’s public […]