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Bus Users 5d ago

New accessible information rules come into force for all local buses

The final phase of the Accessible Information Regulations (AIR) comes into force today, 1 October, bringing older vehicles into scope and marking an important milestone for accessible bus travel. The Regulations require local bus services to provide passengers with audible and visible information...

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Bus Users 10d ago

Over 14m journeys were made by the under 16s using this summer’s free travel scheme

Bus Users UK has welcomed news that families across England have been taking advantage of the Government’s free travel scheme for 5 to 15 year olds. Lydia Horbury, Chief Executive of Bus Users UK: This is a fantastic result. Free bus travel has helped families make the most of the summer, while g...

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Bus Users 14d ago

Transport equity takes centre stage at Senedd Parliamentary Reception

Bus Users UK and the Community Transport Association (CTA) have joined forces to put accessible and inclusive transport firmly on the agenda at a parliamentary reception in Cardiff Bay. Transport Equity – Accessible Transport for All, taking place at the Pierhead on Wednesday 23 September, brings...

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Bus Users 20d ago

Catch the Bus Month rolls into Westminster

A specially wrapped double-decker bus rolled into Westminster this week, bringing Catch the Bus Month right to the heart of Parliament MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Bus and Coach (APPG) came together with Simon Lightwood MP, Minister for Local Transport, Dawsongroup, who provided...

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Bus Users 22d ago

Painting Parliament red with our giant Catch the Bus Month hands

The annual Dawsongroup Bus and Coach Parliamentary Reception was awash with giant red Catch the Bus Month hands this year Laura Hadzik (WiBC) Nalisha Fernandes (Metroline) Karen Tiley (CPT) Lord Hendy and Ivan Bennet (Trueform) Lydia Horbury (Bus Users UK) and Alison Edwards (CPT) Lydia Hor...

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Bus Users 22d ago

Bus Users UK welcomes £1 fare cap extension for young people in Wales

Welsh Government has announced an extension to the £1 fare cap for young people until March 2027. Over 9 million journeys have been made since the start of the scheme and over 38,000 mytravelpass cards have been issued to 16-21 year olds. The scheme was introduced in September 2025 for 16 to 21-y...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

Bus Users UK gives evidence to Scottish Parliament Transport Committee

Bus Users UK’s Director for Scotland, Greig Mackay, has given evidence to the Scottish Parliament’s new Transport Committee as part of its scrutiny of Scotland’s bus services. Greig joined representatives from Edinburgh Bus Users Group, Get Glasgow Moving and Transform Scotland to give a passenge...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

It starts with a stop: better bus journeys start before the bus arrives

In their first thought-piece for this September’s Catch the Bus Month, our lead partners Trueform ask a question that cuts right to the heart of our campaign Each year, Catch the Bus Month shines a spotlight on the vital role buses play in connecting people with work, education, healthcare, ret...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

Catch the Bus Month returns to Lincolnshire with a playful twist

Lincolnshire County Council is encouraging residents to get on board this September as Catch the Bus Month returns for 2026 Images: © Phil Crow 2026 Pctured (l-r): Stuart Eccles, Network Design Manager for Rransport, Lydia Horbury, Chief Executive of Bus Users UK, Cllr David East, Executive Me...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

Catch the Bus Month returns to bust myths and get Britain on board

Catch the Bus Month is back with a national myth-busting campaign designed to challenge outdated perceptions of bus travel and encourage more people to discover the benefits of getting on board. Led by Bus Users UK and supported by lead partner, Trueform, the month-long campaign brings together...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

Bus Users UK joins 50-strong coalition urging action on climate impacts on transport

Bus Users UK is part of Campaign for Better Transport’s multi-sector coalition of more than 50 organisations representing public transport, walking, cycling, shared transport, climate, clean air, health, communities, equalities, workers and local economies to call on the Government to act urgentl...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

£55 million investment in infrastructure could transform bus journeys in Scotland

Bus passengers across Scotland are set to benefit from a £55 million investment in infrastructure designed to improve the reliability, accessibility and efficiency of bus services. The investment by Scottish Government aims to increase bus patronage, encourage the shift away from private cars and...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

New impact reports from Bus Users UK highlights year of real change for passengers

Bus Users UK has published its Annual Impact Reports for 2025/26, highlighting a year of progress in championing passengers and communities across England, Scotland and Wales The reports showcase how the charity has worked to improve services, strengthen accessibility, resolve complaints and ensu...

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Bus Users 1mo ago

No more off-peak lives: concessionary travel reform for disabled passengers

Bus Users UK welcomes today’s announcement that, from April 2027, disabled bus pass holders across England will be able to travel for free at any time of day, describing it as a major step towards a fairer, more inclusive and genuinely accessible transport system. Disabled people don’t live off-p...

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Bus Users 2mo ago

Passenger champion Bus Users UK appoints transport leader Joan Aitken OBE as Chair

Bus Users UK has appointed one of Britain’s most respected transport leaders, Joan Aitken OBE FCILT, as Chair of its Board of Trustees, succeeding Jennie Martin MBE FCILT FCIHT following three years of distinguished leadership. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for bus and coach passengers,...

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Bus Users 2mo ago

Bus Users UK CEO Lydia Horbury welcomes bus fare cap announcement

Affordability matters Bus Users UK has welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s announcement of a £2 cap on bus fares, describing it as a major step towards making public transport more affordable and accessible. Chief Executive Lydia Horbury said: “For too long, we’ve spoken about the importance o...

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Bus Users 2mo ago

Modeshift Team Talk hears from Lydia Horbury about Catch the Bus Month

Lydia Horbury, Chief Executive of Bus Users UK joined Modeshift’s Team Talk Online to unveil this year’s Catch the Bus Month Partner Pack. Running throughout September, Catch the Bus Month celebrates the UK’s bus services and their vital role in connecting communities, boosting the economy and en...

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Bus Users 2mo ago

Bus Users UK launches new action-focused Partner Pack for Catch the Bus Month 2026

The all-new Catch the Bus Month Partner Pack for 2026 is now live, giving organisations across the UK everything they need to get involved in this year’s national celebration of bus travel. Catch the Bus Month (CTBM) runs throughout September and is led by passenger champion Bus Users UK and supp...

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