Latest News & Releases

Game changer for coach travel in England as Government orders national planning overhaul

April 02 2026

Every local authority in England will be required to make proper provision for coaches from today following official recognition from the Government of the industry’s importance to public transport. 

Bus and coach industry launches national training programme to help tackle violence against women and girls

March 17 2026

The UK bus and coach industry has today launched a new national driver training programme designed to help tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG) and strengthen passenger confidence on public transport.

CPT responds to Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) consultation

March 16 2026

The Confederation of Passenger Transport has responded to the Government's consultation on the Introduction of Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED).

CPT urges mayors to ringfence visitor levies for tourism improvements

February 19 2026

Coach operators have today called for every penny raised by visitor levies in English towns, cities and destinations to be pumped back into improving tourism facilities.

Bus and coach sector apprenticeships offer life changing opportunities and help tackle youth unemployment

February 09 2026

CPT is marking National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the vital role apprenticeships in the sector play in building a skilled workforce, strengthening local communities, and supporting the Government's ambition to reduce the number of young people who are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).

Aaron Hill appointed Partnerships Director at CPT

January 05 2026

The Confederation of Passenger Transport has announced the appointment of Aaron Hill as its new Director of Partnerships and CPT Cymru, with responsibility for increasing CPT’s presence locally, and supporting its members to influence local transport authorities.

CPT Responds to Treasury U-Turn on IHT Thresholds

December 23 2025

The Confederation of Passenger Transport has welcomed the Treasury’s partial u-turn on inheritance tax thresholds – a policy change which will benefit thousands of family-owned coach operators.

CPT Impact Statement 2025

December 18 2025

Explore CPT’s key achievements from 2025 - from driving investment and securing improved funding, to delivering a comprehensive events programme and supporting members with practical advice and operational guidance.

CPT Christmas opening hours 2025

December 11 2025

Please be advised that the CPT office is closed between 17:00hrs on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and 09:00hrs on Monday 5 January 2026. Emergency support services remain available, find out more here.