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Tuesday, 03 March 2026

BBC News

• Ticket deal between rival bus companies to endBus users have slammed the collapse of a ticket agreement between rival companies on a busy route. Passengers using services on the Coast Road, between Newcastle and North Tyneside, are currently able to travel on any of Arriva's 306 and 308 or Go North East's 307 and 309 buses using tickets purchased from either operator.

The Herald

• Bus firm to transform Glasgow express routes as new operatorFirst Bus is gearing up to operate two express bus routes between Cumbernauld and Glasgow.

Local Government

• No proposals to implement bus lane on B106 corridorHaringey has listened to the concerns of residents and will not be progressing with proposals to implement a bus lane on the B106 corridor which links Colney Hatch Lane with Bounds Green Road via Alexandra Park Road, Albert Road and Durnsford Road.

Wolverhampton Express and Star

• Usage of West Midlands Bus and Metro services decreases - while train boardings increaseThe number of passengers using buses and the Metro in the West Midlands dropped while train boardings have increased.

Other Regional Press

• Kimmins visits Wrightbus to discuss important role of transport sector in tackling climate crisisInfrastructure Minister tours Ballymena factory as firm's hydrogen and electric buses drive decarbonisation of Translink fleet

Coach and Bus Week

• Go-Ahead launches 'Better by Bus' campaignThe operator will use advertising wraps plus radio and social media messaging to encourage more people to try the bus
• Portsmouth extends bus pass enhancementsPortsmouth City Council recently confirmed it will extend the enhanced benefits of its concessionary bus pass travel scheme for another year.

Other News Sources

• Preston bus-only zones come under fire as council leader suggests amnesty for first-time offendersCouncil leader hints at discussions around fines in response to controversial restrictions