Wales' £1 bus fares for young people hit 2m journeys
Over two million bus journeys have been taken by young people in Wales since the £1 fare scheme began. The Welsh Government initiative runs until August 2026.
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West Midlands transport satisfaction survey results revealed
New data shows growing passenger satisfaction with West Midlands rail and metro punctuality and value. Bus services, however, see a decline in perceived value. Read the full report.
344 Stagecoach drivers earn elite Fleet Elite safety status
Over 340 Stagecoach East Midlands bus drivers have been awarded Fleet Elite status for outstanding road safety in 2025, a major increase on last year. Discover how this improves your journey.
Bus leak closes Shirley road with 50m safety cordon
Haslucks Green Road in Shirley was sealed off after a pipe ruptured on a bus. Fire crews established a 50m safety zone, causing diversions for key bus services. Read the latest updates.
Salford's £1.8m Rapid Transit Plan to Ease Congestion
Salford Council and TfGM propose Metrolink expansion and bus upgrades to cut journey times and improve reliability. Public consultation on the £1.8m scheme begins soon.
Stagecoach Drivers in Lincolnshire Win Fleet Elite Safety Awards
Over 340 bus drivers in Lincolnshire have been recognised for their exceptional safety standards in 2025, a significant rise from last year. Discover how they're setting new benchmarks for public transport safety.
Bus passenger numbers fall in West Midlands
Bus patronage across the West Midlands fell by over 2% last quarter, with officials blaming the national fare cap increase, network cuts, and congestion. Discover the full story and what's being done.
Bus passenger numbers drop in West Midlands
Bus usage across the West Midlands has dropped by over 2%, with transport bosses blaming the national fare cap increase to £3. Discover the figures and what's being done.
Free bus pass age rises to 67 in 2026 rule change
Major change to free bus pass eligibility in England from April 2026 as state pension age rises. Find out how the new rules affect you and what concessions are available.
Birmingham bus lane fines surge after camera moved
A bus lane camera relocated on Birmingham's Broad Street has led to a dramatic spike in fines, catching thousands more drivers. Motorists are warned to stay out of the bus and Metro-only zone.
81 Birmingham Bus Routes Suspended or Changed Tonight
Severe weather disrupts over 80 National Express West Midlands bus services. Check the full list of suspensions and route changes for Friday, January 9.
Midlands bus services suspended due to heavy snow
National Express West Midlands suspends all services as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 'difficult' road conditions. See the full list of affected routes and latest updates.
Charity raises £8k for kids despite Christmas burglary
The Sunshine Fund announces £8,233.29 raised over Christmas with Stagecoach, despite a depot burglary. The North East charity also launches its 2026 event calendar, including the Great North Run and a haunted castle tour.
Bus diversions across Birmingham and Midlands in heavy snow
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, causing travel chaos. National Express West Midlands diverts dozens of bus services. Check the full list of affected routes and latest travel advice.
Car ploughs into Sutton Coldfield bus stop
A red vehicle hit a National Express West Midlands bus shelter on Walmley Road. No injuries were reported but the shelter was damaged. Read the latest traffic updates.
A45 Coventry Road near Birmingham Airport to close this weekend
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
£68m funding boost for Essex bus services
Essex County Council has secured over £68 million in government funding to improve bus reliability, connections, and accessibility across the county. Discover the plans.
Schoolchildren fall from bus window in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Three high school pupils suffered potentially serious injuries after falling from a bus window on Bolton Road. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, rushed to the scene.
Snow Hill Queensway Closure: Weekend Bus Diversions
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 Jan 2026 for a crane lift. Key National Express bus routes diverted. Full diversion details here.
Birmingham Bus Diversions: Snow Hill Queensway Weekend Closure
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 January for a crane lift. National Express West Midlands services 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 52, 74, 101, 126, X8 & X10 diverted. Full diversion details here.
A45 Coventry Road to close for vital bus works
The A45 Coventry Road into Birmingham will shut for a full weekend in January 2026 for Sprint bus route construction. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
Freedom Pass for 400k London Retirees Under Threat
A review could scrap or restrict the free transport Freedom Pass for Londoners over 66. Critics call it unfair and a 'ticking time bomb' for council budgets. Read the latest.
Key Birmingham road closed for two days this weekend
A key route into Birmingham city centre will be closed from Friday night for Sprint bus works. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and use diversions.
1.2 million could lose free bus passes in London
A major review threatens free travel for over 1.2 million over-60s and pensioners as costs soar. Find out what changes could be coming.
Bus driver seriously hurt in Small Heath van collision
A National Express bus driver suffered potentially serious injuries in a crash with a van at a Birmingham roundabout. Two passengers were also hospitalised. Read the latest traffic and safety update.
Bus and van crash at Birmingham roundabout near Asda
A National Express bus and a van collided at Heybarnes Circus in Small Heath during Monday's rush hour, causing significant traffic disruption. Read the latest traffic update.
Major Update on Free Bus Passes for Over-60s
MPs debate extending free bus travel to all over-60s in England today. A 100,000-signature petition demands change. Will England align with Scotland, Wales & NI?
Birmingham bus diversions due to icy weather
National Express West Midlands bus services face major disruptions in Birmingham and the Black Country on 5 January 2026 due to severe ice. Check routes before you travel.
Birmingham crash: Suspected drink driver arrested on Jennens Road
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving after crashing into electrical equipment in Birmingham. Buses diverted and drivers told to avoid the area.
West Midlands bus diversions due to frost and snow warning
Multiple National Express bus services in Birmingham, West Bromwich and Dudley are diverted due to icy conditions. A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice starts Sunday. Check your route.
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