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Tuesday, 22 January 2019

BBC News

• Greater Manchester teen bus pass to be funded by council taxGreater Manchester's mayor wants to introduce the

Manchester Evening News

• Council tax rise set to pay for bus reform and Burnham's free teen passesProposals due to be discussed on Friday would add £9 to a band D bill and £7 to Band B

Nottingham Evening Post

• Disabled man with neurological disorder says disabled bus pass cuts affecting 'most vulnerable''Why are they always passing on the cuts to the most vulnerable people?'

The Press and Journal (Aberdeen)

• First Group founder Sir Moir offers hope for the future of beleaguered company 30 years on from privatisation of Grampian’s bus serviceThe founder of First Group has called on the beleaguered company’s new leadership to keep its focus on serving local communities in Aberdeen – on the 30th anniversary of its landmark privatisation.

Other Regional Press

• Victory for the Chron as first bus in months returns for Northampton pensionersToday marked the return of a vital bus service for the people of Northampton who need it the most.

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

• Mayor makes bus reform a key priorityThe Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has pledged to improve the city-region’s bus network, including free bus travel for 16 to 18-year olds.

Other News Sources

• Revealed: Plan to install CCTV in bus shelters on eight Stoke-on-Trent streets (and here's where)Security cameras could soon be installed in bus shelters across the city to help curb anti-social behaviour and improve traffic flow.
• JOBS LOST AS BUS OPERATOR CEASES TRADINGA company that operated bus and coach services across North Yorkshire has ceased trading with 25 jobs lost.