Go-Ahead has delayed publishing its financial results for a third time as investigations continue into its rail franchise error. Trading in Go-Ahead shares was suspended at the turn of the year while accountants wrestled with the finances, and have now announced a third delay. The Newcastle-based group admitted in September 2021 that it had not […]
Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL) has appointed Gerry Lynch as Regional Service Manager for Ireland. The development continues the investment in aftermarket facilities and support for Irish customers made by the manufacturer and its local service partner, Ardee Coach Trim. Dublin-based Gerry Lynch will be the go-to point of contact for bus and coach operators across […]
National Express Bus has won the Sword of Honour from the British Safety Council. The British Safety Council says that the Sword of Honour represents “the pinnacle of health and safety management”. Before they can compete for the Sword of Honour, companies around the world must have first achieved a maximum five star rating as […]
East Yorkshire Buses has restarted its Chatty Bus project, with a static bus stationed at Beverly to not only provide a listening ear but to recruit more ‘befrienders.’ The scheme was brought to a close by social distancing but, as restrictions ease, has restarted. Partner in the project, Age UK Hull, reports a huge increase […]
Registration is now open for the Innovation and Technology in Transport (ITT Hub) exhibition. Promising to support the industry in navigating its way through 2022, ITT Hub will return to the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre on 11 to 12 May 2022. An expanded indoor exhibition hall hosts the conference and topical feature Hubs. […]
An accounting error has led to a Go-Ahead board member having to step down. The operator’s accounting firm made an error in the collection of certain proxy votes submitted in relation to the resolutions put to shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 21 December 2021. It saw approximately 3.2 million proxy votes validly […]
Calls for face coverings to remain mandatory on public transport have been made, despite the announcement that they will no longer be required by law next week. Face coverings will no longer be required by law on public transport, or any public setting, in England from 27 January. The Government is dropping its Plan B […]
Go North West denies the reinstatement of its driver Tracey Scholes is due to trade union Unite winning its campaign for her return behind the wheel. The company says it is categorically untrue that it would or could dismiss anyone on grounds of height. A campaign by Unite claimed Tracey was unfairly dismissed due to […]