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Buses are the most used type of public transport in the East, yet it’s no secret that bus services have faced some real challenges over the last few years. Across the country, there has been a declining number of routes and reduced frequency. In the Transport East area, the number of local journeys has fallen…

Improvements to Ely and Haughley rail junctions are key to unlocking economic growth across the country, supporting net zero, and providing better passenger services. That’s the message from MPs and peers on the East of England All-Party Parliamentary Group, which reformed last week following the General Election. The upgrades would unlock thousands of extra freight…

In response to the government’s announcement of the Bus Bill in Parliament, Chair of Transport East, Will Quince, said: “We welcome the Government’s ambitions to improve bus services and the recent legislation focused on increased powers for local authorities, including bus franchising, alongside enhanced partnerships and municipal ownership. “Buses remain the most popular form of…