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Coach sector rallies to ensure smooth road to destination zero

March 13 2023

A greater use of low carbon fuels in the short-term and more zero emission refuelling or charging infrastructure as part of a National Zero Emission Coach Strategy are needed to maintain affordable long distance coach travel when new diesel vehicles are phased out in 2040.

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90% of Britons want a bus stop within a 15 minute walk

March 10 2023

According to a recent YouGov poll, 90% of Britons want a bus stop within a 15 minute walk of their home. It is the most popular amenity listed that they wish for. 

Waybills now available to purchase via the CPT Shop

March 03 2023

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CPT responds to National Planning Policy Framework Consultation

March 02 2023

CPT has responded to the National Planning Policy Framework consultation. 

 

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CPT’s call for data from coach operators for new Cost Monitor

February 28 2023

CPT has launched a new Cost Monitor, specifically for coach operators. The new coach version will sit alongside the recently launched Bus Cost Monitor. 

CPT Media Coverage: February 2023

February 28 2023

Here are some of our media coverage highlights for February 2023:

New Cymru Director announced by CPT

February 27 2023

The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has announced Aaron Hill as its new Director of CPT Cymru.

CPT Scotland launches Decarbonisation Dividend report

February 23 2023

CPT Scotland launched the new WPI Economics report at an event in Edinburgh on the 22nd February. The report shows how major benefits could be reaped by levelling the playing field between private motoring and public transport in Scotland.

Package of bold bus and coach policies urgently needed in Scotland to meet net zero

February 22 2023

A new WPI Economics report, commissioned by the CPT, shows how major benefits could be reaped by levelling the playing field between private motoring and public transport in Scotland.