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A tribute to Steve Noble

All of us at CPT are deeply saddened to hear that former CPT regional manager for the North of England Steve Noble has sadly passed away.

CPT Reacts: Autumn Statement 2022

Commenting on the Autumn Statement, CPT's Chief Executive Graham Vidler said: 

"It's encouraging that the transport budget has been maintained in the Chancellor's Autumn Statement."

Iain Stewart announced as new Chair of the Transport Committee

The new Chair of the Transport Committee has been announced as Iain Stewart after being successfully elected, replacing Huw Merriman.

“Think bus to deliver growth, health and environmental benefits,” says CPT

Ahead of the Autumn statement, the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) - the trade association for the bus industry - is calling on the Chancellor to commit to a properly funded bus network.

CPT signs joint letter calling on the Chancellor to support local bus services

CPT has signed a joint letter calling on the Chancellor to support local bus services.

CPT mentioned in the House of Commons, 3rd November '22

CPT were mentioned by the Buses and Roads Minister Richard Holden MP in the House of Commons.

Richard Holden announced as new Buses Minister

Richard Holden MP has been announced as the new Minister for Buses in the Department for Transport. We were delighted to welcome the Minister to the Euro Bus Expo where he delivered a keynote speech, while also taking the time to speak with us on our stand. 

CPT welcomes Paul Street as its new Director of External Affairs

The Confederation of Passenger Transport is pleased to announce that Paul Street has joined as its new Director of External Affairs.

Mark Harper announced as new Transport Secretary

The new Transport Secretary has been announced as Mark Harper replacing Anne-Marie Trevelyan. We welcome Harper into the role and look forward to working with him to help coaches and buses play their full part in the development of the nation’s wealth and health.