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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
“Passengers don’t need a new public bus operator. They need faster, more reliable journeys.” CPT responds to TfL’s plans for a publicly owned bus operator. London buses average just 9mph. Tackling congestion must be the priority. bit.ly/4dV6Pyw
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‘Major milestone’: TfL to launch new public bus operator in London
Buses for London aims for ‘greener, safer and better-value’ service but private operators say move will not fix problems
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Day two of the CPT Scotland Conference has just concluded! Following the focus on day one on politics and economic realities, day two took a closer look at transport integration and marketing insights. Thanks to everybody for joining us across the two days!
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Ahead of the Budget, CPT is calling for long-term certainty for bus and coach operators, from sustainable fares and faster buses to fairer support for decarbonisation. Read our five Budget asks: bit.ly/4r65cDM
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Earlier this week, @cptscotland.bsky.social Director Paul White joined STV to discuss the launch of the new £2 bus fare cap in the west of Scotland. Cheaper fares are welcome, but lasting growth also needs faster, more reliable buses and long-term investment. bit.ly/4A4OmJs
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
This Driver Health Week, we’re putting the health and wellbeing of Britain’s bus and coach drivers in the spotlight. Read our Q&A with driver health expert Dr Grant Charlesworth-Jones about the practical steps drivers can take to look after themselves: www.cpt-uk.org/blogs/talkin...
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Talking Driver Health with Dr Grant Charlesworth-Jones | CPT
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
@cptscotland.bsky.social has responded to the First Minister's announcement that bus fares will be capped at £2 across Glasgow and surrounding areas from next Monday. Read Director Paul White's response in full below👇
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
More than 3 million free child journeys were made in the first week of the Government’s summer bus offer! 🚌☀️ A huge thank you to bus drivers and operators across the country for helping families get out, explore and enjoy the summer.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The Great British Summer Savings scheme launches tomorrow, giving children aged 5–15 free bus travel across England throughout August. 🚌☀️ From Northumberland and the Lakes to Brighton and Leicester, discover some of our members’ best family-friendly routes!
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
CPT Ride and Drive 2026 is in full swing at Carver Barracks, with attendance on course to be our highest ever! A brilliant day of test drives, vehicle showcases, live PSV(AI)R demonstrations and industry networking.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
A week on from #BetterTransportWeek, we're highlighting the conversations and partnerships helping shape the future of buses. From franchising in Wales to bus priority in Portsmouth, CPT is working with operators and local authorities to deliver better journeys for passengers.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Today is #CoachDay as part of #BetterTransportWeek. We're proud to be shining a spotlight on one of the UK's most important – and often overlooked – forms of transport, and grateful to Transport Minister Simon Lightwood for supporting the campaign.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Better Transport Week starts today, and this week CPT will be putting coach firmly in the spotlight. With events and announcements across the UK and more, keep your eyes peeled across our channels this week… Read Graham Vidler’s new @routeone.bsky.social column 👇 www.route-one.net/opinion/bett...
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Better Transport Week will put coach industry in the spotlight
CPT will support this year’s Better Transport Week with a day dedicated to the often-overlooked but hardworking coach sector.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
It’s parade season! From Arsenal to York City, football victory parades don't happen by accident. Our latest blog explores the planning, preparation and people behind these iconic celebrations, and the vital role played by bus operators. 👇 www.cpt-uk.org/blogs/parade...
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Parade season: how bus operators bring football glory to the streets | CPT
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
CPT was delighted to support Girlguiding Scotland’s ‘Next Stop Adventure’ day on 16 May 🚌 The initiative helped young people build confidence using public transport, while highlighting the vital role bus drivers and staff play in creating safe, welcoming journeys for all. ❤️👥
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
We’re proud to support Transaid Month 2026. Transaid works with communities, partners and governments across sub-Saharan Africa to improve road safety and access to healthcare through better transport. Find out more and get involved: www.transaid.org/fundraising/
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Fundraising - Transaid
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Congestion is slowing buses across England — and holding back growth. New CPT research shows a 10% increase in bus speeds could unlock: 🚌 147m extra journeys 💷 £5bn economic benefit ⚡ Funding equivalent to 1,600 zero-emission buses Faster buses mean better buses.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
⚠️ Coach travel alert: Gloucester Place southbound closed 11-13 May (Park Rd to York St). Coaches should use Baker St southbound. Lane closures at Marylebone Rd junction may cause delays. Please allow extra journey time.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Congestion is slowing Scotland’s buses - but the public backs solutions. @cptscotland.bsky.social's latest polling shows clear support for bus priority measures that can improve journey times, reliability and connectivity. CPT Scotland Director Paul White explains what needs to happen next 👇
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
We welcome the Govt's announcement of £1bn funding to support the transition to zero-emission vans, HGVs and coaches, including a new Depot Charging Scheme. CPT had strongly advocated for coaches to be included. Applications open until 30 June find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/depot...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
With just six weeks to go until the Senedd elections, CPT Cymru is calling for long-term investment in Wales’ bus network. Buses carry 3/4 of public transport passengers in Wales. The case is clear: £1 invested can deliver £4.55 in economic benefits.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
"If fuel becomes scarce, buses and coaches must take priority" - that's the view of CPT's Alison Edwards in a new blog about the impact of potential fuel shortages on the industry. Read the blog in full here 👇 www.cpt-uk.org/blogs/if-fue...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Bus passengers’ satisfaction with their journeys has risen across Britain, with higher ratings for punctuality, journey times and the role of bus drivers, according to the annual ‘Your Bus Journey’ survey from Transport Focus.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Last Friday, we had a fantastic day in glorious sunshine at our Golf Tournament and Midlands Annual Dinner. A huge thank you to our sponsors C9 Recruitment, Manley Summers, VEV, Backhouse Jones, Total Compliance and PSV Glass and Glazing.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
We had a great time at the @tourismshow.bsky.social last week and thoroughly enjoyed the event - it was so busy and full of valuable conversations with members, peers, and stakeholders across the sector. We’re already looking forward to next year’s event!
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Faster buses = stronger economies. Average Scottish bus speeds are just 11.3mph and improving them by 8% could boost Scotland’s economy by £565m a year. It’s time for national + local action on congestion and bus priority. #SpeedUpTheBus
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
We are proud to have hosted the UK bus and coach industry at First Bus in Basildon today to launch a new national driver training programme to help tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG) and strengthen passenger confidence on public transport. www.cpt-uk.org/news/bus-and...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Last night the Scottish Parliament approved new Government powers to remove concessionary travel in the event of anti-social or criminal behaviour. Read Paul White's reaction on behalf of CPT Scotland below 👇
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Fuel price volatility continues to put pressure on bus and coach operators. Tomorrow, 12:00, we're hosting a webinar on what’s happening with prices and supply, with CPT Operations Director Keith McNally and Steve Irwin, Portland Fuel. Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ca395b...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Opportunity should move as freely as the buses that keep Britain moving. For #InternationalWomensDay, Kathryn Pulham reflects on what “Give to Gain” means for the bus & coach sector — and the practical steps needed to support women across our industry. www.cpt-uk.org/blogs/intern...
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International Women’s Day 2026: Give to Gain and the responsibility to act | CPT
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Last night at the Trade Association Forum Awards, we were proud to see our colleague Nicholas Jessup shortlisted in the Rising Star category for his work on CPT’s Bus Regulation Toolkit and Handbook. This recognition is richly deserved 👏
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
CPT has been campaigning for greater flexibility for 18 & 19-yr-old drivers - crucially, to remove the current limit of 50km for younger drivers. Help DfT assess the case for change by completing their survey below - closes 2 March. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/operatorev...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Save the date - CPT Midlands Dinner 2026 📆 Friday 20 March 📍 Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club NEW: The CPT Midlands Golf Competition, supported by Manley Summers ⛳️ This year’s charity raffle will be split between Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre and Crisis. www.cpt-uk.org/events/cpt-m...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
A huge welcome to our newest member of CPT Vaculug Ltd 🛞 Founded in 1950, Vaculug is a long-established commercial tyre retreading specialist based in Grantham. www.vaculug.com
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Overnight visitor levies must build the visitor economy, not damage it. Coaches generate £1.5bn in overnight spending each year. Passengers are price-sensitive. Every penny raised should go back into tourism infrastructure and Coach Friendly facilities. lnkd.in/e9rszqZJ
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Planning your 2026 coach tour programmes? In just over a month the British Tourism & Travel Show returns to Birmingham - bringing together 200+ coach-friendly destinations, attractions and hotels from across the British Isles and beyond. Register now www.tourismshow.co.uk
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
As part of our ongoing commitment to make buses and coaches accessible for everyone, we're proud to be working with @guidedogsuk.bsky.social and @pocklington.bsky.social to roll out vision impairment awareness training for drivers. www.guidedogs.org.uk/blog/guide-d...
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Guide Dogs and Thomas Pocklington Trust join forces to make bus travel more accessible
Guide Dogs and Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) have joined together to provide free vision impairment awareness training for bus and coach drivers, helping to make bus travel more inclusive and accessible for passengers who are blind and partially sighted.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
As #NationalApprenticeshipWeek comes to an end, a huge thank you to all apprentices across the bus & coach industry Govt. support for apprenticeships is vital to creating opportunities to combine on-the-job experience with recognised qualifications and clear progression.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
This #NationalApprenticeshipWeek we’re celebrating operators building the workforce of tomorrow In Wales, Edwards Coaches are championing apprenticeships - earn while you learn, gain qualifications & skills. We need a clear strategy for apprenticeships to keep Wales moving.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
We welcome moves to enable younger people to take on driving roles in the transport sector and hope that Govt will heed calls for greater flexibility for 18 & 19-yr-old coach drivers. We encourage members to respond to the DfT survey to support our call. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/operatorev...
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Operator Evidence Survey: 18 and 19 year old driving restrictions
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
It’s #NationalApprenticeshipWeek and we’re proud to celebrate the apprentices who help keep Britain moving every day. Apprenticeships offer a vital route into work, allowing people to earn while they learn and build long-term careers in transport. www.cpt-uk.org/news/bus-and...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Our new Coach Manager Andy Shaw has been in post for a month, so we caught up with him to see how he's settling in and what his plans are for the upcoming year. If you need any support with coach operations or regulation, please get in touch with Andy.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
The Bus Services (Wales) Bill has received Royal Assent. Read our reaction here 👇
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Kathryn Pulham officially took over as CPT President at our conference last week, delivering her first speech to members. If you couldn’t be there, routeone has shared a write-up of her address - well worth a read. www.route-one.net/news/i-will-...
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'I will speak up for women in our industry', says new CPT President
Kathryn Pulham has been inaugurated as CPT President and used her address to deliver a message that coach and bus is an industry for all.'
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
What a fantastic CPT Conference and Dinner yesterday. Thank you to everyone who made the day possible and to everyone in attendance. As we reflect on the sessions throughout the day, we're encouraged by the enthusiasm to keep delivering the best services for our passengers.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
We're here at Park Plaza London Riverbank, raring to go for our Annual Conference and Dinner today! There's lots going on, with a keynote speech from Lord Hendy and sessions on growing passenger numbers, the political and policy landscape, and many more!
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Just one day to go until the CPT Conference! We’re delighted to be joined by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, Minister of State at DfT, who will be delivering our keynote address. With extensive experience across the transport sector, he is ideally placed to share insights on Govt plans.
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Transport for London today launched ’London on the Move’, a city-wide strategy to cut congestion and transform London’s road network over the next five years. Responding to the plan on behalf of the bus and coach industry, Graham Vidler, Chief Executive, CPT said: @tflondon.bsky.social
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
It's great to see more than 200 Stagecoach South West drivers across Dartmoor have been awarded GreenRoad’s 'Fleet Elite' status for consistent safe and responsible driving in 2025. This is a great boost for passenger safety and reliable rural services. www.torbayweekly.co.uk/news/around-...
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Hundreds of Dartmoor bus drivers recognised for a year of high road safety
Over 200 Stagecoach South West drivers operating across Dartmoor have received safety recognition for their driving during 2025
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
One week to go until the CPT Conference and Annual Dinner 2026 – the must-attend event in the UK’s bus and coach calendar. This year’s theme: Putting Passengers First – Shaping the Future of Public Transport. Sign up here and explore all the panels: www.cpt-uk.org/cpt-conferen...
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Confederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
The Welsh Government Budget has been published, with an additional £6m in revenue and £10m in capital funding for buses. Aaron Hill, CPT Cymru Director responds on behalf of CPT, welcoming the news 👇
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