UK Bus Summit

Today at the UK Bus Summit. Andrew Jones gave the keynote speech. "The buses bill will help operators enter into partnerships to attract customers". The Bill has been sluggish; ambitions remain the same despite concerns from the Lords. Objectives: More passengers, cleaner air, reduced congestion Standards will be agreed locally. Integration of services through mandatory open data planning systems will be delivered Where partnerships don't apply franchises will be available to directly elected Mayors. Other areas can franchise with the permission of the Secretary of State. A consultation has been released and its available on the departments website.

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