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CPT's Scotland Scottish Bus Seminar 2022

CPT's Scotland's Scottish Bus Seminar for 2022 took place in mid-September in Glasgow.

Car drivers urged to ditch the car and take the bus on World Car Free Day

On World Car Free Day (22^nd September), car drivers are being encouraged to swap their cars for the bus to help the environment.  

Baroness Vere reappointed as DfT Minister

Baroness Vere has been reappointed as a Department for Transport (DfT), with a portfolio that covers Local Transport.

We look forward to continue working with the Minister, as we have done for the past three years.

A tribute to David Morris

It is with deep regret that we announce the death of David Morris, Proprietor and Managing Director of DRM Bus, The Coach Garage, Bromyard, in the County of Herefordshire, on Sunday 11^th September 2022 in Hereford Hospital.

CPT's Graham Vidler speaks at House of Lords event

CPT continues to support Catch the Bus Month, organised by Bus Users UK, which is running throughout September. 

Anne-Marie Trevelyan announced as new Transport Secretary

We welcome Trevelyan into the role and look forward to working with her to help coaches and buses play their full part in the development of the nation’s wealth and health.

CPT reacts - Government launches £2 bus fare caps in England

Today (3rd September) the Government has announced a £2 bus fare cap for all journeys in England, starting from January.

Job vacancy: CPT Scotland Public Affairs Manager

Can you help us deliver an excellent service to our members? We are looking for a Public Affairs Manager to support the work of CPT Scotland’s Director as we build and promote the case for a supportive policy framework for the bus and coach sector in Scotland.

Scottish Government urged to accelerate the shift from cars to active, public and shared transport in Scotland's cities

The Climate Emergency Response Group (CERG), which CPT Scotland are a Steering Group Member of, has today (31 August 2022) launched a new report.