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Wednesday, 15 May 2024

BBC News

• Campaign to ban London's 'floating' bus stopsCampaigners have called for a ban of so-called floating bus stops in London. The design, which has a cycle lane between the stop and the pavement, is intended to allow bus passengers to get on and off safely while cyclists can keep moving.

South Wales Argus

• Newport Transport's commitment to mental health wellbeingNewport Transport has highlighted its commitment to supporting staff and the public this Mental Health Awareness Week.

Route One (Bus and Coach)

• Bus industry challenged by union to boost driver assault mitigationBus sector responds to Unite after union calls for new anti-abuse legislation and greater operator involvement
• Bristol Airport responds to coach drop-off charge riseBristol Airport has defended a 33% hike in the charge for coaches to drop off or pick up.
• Fuel supply brings challenges for more hydrogen bus deploymentWithdrawal by NatEx from more hydrogen buses comes amid discussion on use case in coach and bus

Other News Sources

• South west London bus controllers at Transport UK accept pay riseBus controllers employed by Transport UK in south west London have accepted a pay rise following strike action.