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The scheme's success is part of the government's wider effort to make bus travel more affordable and accessible for everyone in the UK.
Liverpool City Region's bus services are coming back under public control, with buses franchised first in St. Helens before being rolled out to the Wirral later this year and the rest of the city region in 2027.
New National Navigation Strategy out for consultation. Developed with staff and representatives from stakeholder groups. Views sought before 21 October.
Eligible disabled people across England will get free bus travel all day, every day, after the Prime Minister announced today (Tuesday 18 August) that the government will lift time restrictions on concessionary passes.
The Summer Bus Fare Offer is part of the government's Great British Summer Savings scheme.
Single bus fares in England to be capped at £2 for 2027.
From 1 August to 31 August 2026, kids aged 5 to 15 years will benefit from free bus travel in England.
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
Announces publication of the third cycling and walking investment strategy with projected investment of £4.5 billion.
Applications open for operators to join the self-driving vehicles pilot scheme.
The new taskforce will make recommendations to improve transit systems so they can be delivered more efficiently across the UK.
The Better Connected strategy establishes a shared vision to deliver a safe, reliable, affordable and accessible transport system for people across England.
£3 million funding boost will help 6 mayoral authorities set up bus franchising to improve travel for passengers across England.
Take the bus for a festive day out this Christmas.
Multi-year funding gives local authorities the funds they need to provide passengers with lower fares, more frequent and reliable services and safer journeys.
The Bus Services Act will make it easier for local leaders to take control of their buses and put passengers first.
Investment will help councils improve transport for local people, from cleaner buses to safer cycling routes for communities across England.
Families can continue to travel to dozens of popular destinations for no more than £3 for a single fare.
Government ministers and metro mayors commit to greener transport and greater job opportunities across the regions.
Bus Services Bill will give local leaders the power to shape the bus services their communities rely on.
Local Transport Minister, Simon Lightwood, visits Star Coaches in Batley and celebrates a sector that provides 42,000 jobs in the UK.
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