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More than one route: the many ways to deliver bus services

November 10 2025

CPT launches handbook for Local Transport Authorities (LTAs) on the different models for regulating local bus networks.

Politicians challenged to speed up buses to deliver transformative change for Wales

November 04 2025

The Confederation of Passenger Transport will deliver a manifesto for change to the Welsh Parliament today, setting out priorities to enhance bus and coach services across the principality ahead of May’s Senedd elections.

Graham Vidler, Chief Executive of the Confederation of Passenger Transport, reacts to Bus Services Act receiving Royal Assent

October 28 2025

Graham Vidler, Chief Executive of the Confederation of Passenger Transport, responds to news that the Bus Services Act has become law.

Bus operators challenge politicians to tackle traffic jams and drive Scotland forward

October 27 2025

Bus and coach operators are urging politicians to tackle Scotland’s chronic traffic congestion in order to speed up journeys, boost public transport and benefit the economy.

CPT calls for Government action to make it easier to hire bus and coach drivers

October 20 2025

The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) is urging the Government to act swiftly to help fill driver shortages by removing two outdated barriers that are preventing new entrants from starting careers behind the wheel.

Longer waits at bus stops if business taxes go up in the Budget

October 17 2025

Bus and coach operators have warned the Treasury that after being hit by substantial cost pressure over the last year, they cannot absorb any further tax hits without cutting day-to-day bus services.

Coach travel industry makes final preparations for EU border checks

October 07 2025

The coach travel industry is making final preparations for the adoption of the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) which requires enhanced border checks at Dover and Folkestone.

Bus driver pay soars post-pandemic

September 25 2025

Bus and coach drivers across the UK have received a typical pay rise of nearly 30% over the last three years as the industry builds back transport services in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

CPT announces Kathryn Pulham as President for 2026

September 16 2025

The Confederation of Passenger Transport has announced that Kathryn Pulham will be taking on the role of CPT President from 29^th January 2026. Kathryn will take the reins from Paul Lynch who has served as CPT President for the past two years.

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