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Superloops, Bees and bottlenecks: onboard England's new bus routes

The introduction of the Superloop bus service significantly improved transport efficiency and satisfaction for riders in outer London.
Despite certain cities seeing bus service success, many areas in the UK face a decline in public bus use.
Buses are a quicker and more cost-effective public transport solution compared to building new rail infrastructure.

Views sought on bus route 'so packed schoolchildren have to wait ages to get home'

The 499 bus route is experiencing significant overcrowding, particularly during school hours, leading to long wait times for children.

Labour to give English local authorities power to run bus services

Local transport authorities in England will gain control over bus services to enhance reliability and empower communities.

Bus services across England to share 1bn boost

The UK government is boosting bus services with nearly 1 billion funding focused on need and deprivation, enhancing accessibility and frequency.

Why contactless payments can't be expanded to Tilbury Riverside station

Contactless payments for travel won't extend to Tilbury Riverside, as a paper ticket is still required for the bus service connecting to it.

Councils to take control of local buses under government plan

Local authorities in England will gain new powers to manage bus services, promising improved routes, timetables, and profitability for local transport.

Superloops, Bees and bottlenecks: onboard England's new bus routes

The introduction of the Superloop bus service significantly improved transport efficiency and satisfaction for riders in outer London.
Despite certain cities seeing bus service success, many areas in the UK face a decline in public bus use.
Buses are a quicker and more cost-effective public transport solution compared to building new rail infrastructure.

Views sought on bus route 'so packed schoolchildren have to wait ages to get home'

The 499 bus route is experiencing significant overcrowding, particularly during school hours, leading to long wait times for children.

Labour to give English local authorities power to run bus services

Local transport authorities in England will gain control over bus services to enhance reliability and empower communities.

Bus services across England to share 1bn boost

The UK government is boosting bus services with nearly 1 billion funding focused on need and deprivation, enhancing accessibility and frequency.

Why contactless payments can't be expanded to Tilbury Riverside station

Contactless payments for travel won't extend to Tilbury Riverside, as a paper ticket is still required for the bus service connecting to it.

Councils to take control of local buses under government plan

Local authorities in England will gain new powers to manage bus services, promising improved routes, timetables, and profitability for local transport.
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Labour's socialist agenda on fast track' with accelerated bus public ownership plan

The Labour government, led by transport secretary Louise Haigh, is moving towards renationalising bus services in the UK.

Future of Havering bus route 'still under discussion'

TfL is currently reviewing the future of the 347 bus route as community feedback is considered.

Labour's socialist agenda on fast track' with accelerated bus public ownership plan

The Labour government, led by transport secretary Louise Haigh, is moving towards renationalising bus services in the UK.

Future of Havering bus route 'still under discussion'

TfL is currently reviewing the future of the 347 bus route as community feedback is considered.
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Labour's plan for buses explained as local authorities to take control'

Local authorities in the UK will soon have greater powers to control and operate bus services, reversing years of deregulation.
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MTA to Deploy Bus Inspectors as Fare Evasion Jumps to 50% of Riders

MTA inspectors will enforce fare payment on buses due to a 50% fare evasion rate, up from 21% before the pandemic.
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North London bus routes suddenly withdrawn as operator blames 'pressures on TfL funding'

Decreasing income from TfL led to the withdrawal of eight bus services by Sullivan Buses in north London.

All the London bus routes changing in London this August bank holiday weekend

TfL is enhancing bus services to support the Mayor's goal for greater public transport, cycling, and pedestrian journeys by 2041.

North London bus routes suddenly withdrawn as operator blames 'pressures on TfL funding'

Decreasing income from TfL led to the withdrawal of eight bus services by Sullivan Buses in north London.

All the London bus routes changing in London this August bank holiday weekend

TfL is enhancing bus services to support the Mayor's goal for greater public transport, cycling, and pedestrian journeys by 2041.
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Letter shows MTA, DOT at odds over Fordham Road bus lane

New York City's Department of Transportation overturned plans for a busway, disappointing the MTA and community advocates who seek better bus service.

Pedestrian in major trauma centre after crash with motorcycle closes road

A man was taken to a major trauma center after a serious crash involving a motorcycle and pedestrian in Canning Town.
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Total London bus miles cut by 22 million in six years

The number of miles covered by London buses has decreased by 22 million in six years.
Liberal Democrats are concerned about declining bus services in London.

Almost 700,000 London bus journeys cut last year, data reveals

Sadiq Khan focused on protecting bus services despite budget constraints
Data reveals significant reduction in bus journeys in London between 2022 and 2023.

Total London bus miles cut by 22 million in six years

The number of miles covered by London buses has decreased by 22 million in six years.
Liberal Democrats are concerned about declining bus services in London.

Almost 700,000 London bus journeys cut last year, data reveals

Sadiq Khan focused on protecting bus services despite budget constraints
Data reveals significant reduction in bus journeys in London between 2022 and 2023.
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NY lawmakers ripped over push for $90M bus service expansion as $15 congestion pricing looms: 'Covering their a-s'

New York lawmakers are demanding $90 million to boost bus services before the rollout of the $15 congestion pricing toll.
Critics argue that the lawmakers are late in addressing the needs of commuters given that the congestion pricing fee system was approved in 2019.

Bus services cut by more than 80% in parts of England and Wales since 2008, finds study

Bus services have been cut by more than 80% in some parts of England and Wales over the past 15 years, with urban and rural services both seeing significant decreases.
The decline in bus services disproportionately affects those on low incomes, people of color, disabled individuals, and older adults who have given up their cars due to poor health.
Of the 100 constituencies with the greatest decline in bus services, 82 have a Conservative MP, while bus services in London have remained stable for the past 15 years.

The Blackwall Tunnel will close TOMORROW here's what you need to know

The Silvertown Tunnel project aims to reduce traffic congestion and improve travel times in London by increasing bus services and proposing a cycle shuttle service.
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