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It’s official, Leeds bus driver is the best in Britain

  • David Nairn from Leeds wins national title
  • 100 drivers from across the UK competed on Blackpool Promenade
  • Accolade means First Bus drivers have retained the award for the first time in 20 years
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First Bus expands UK-first energy trial across major Glasgow depot

First Bus has expanded the use of new technology designed to better manage electric vehicle charging across its Caledonia depot in Glasgow, following a successful initial trial.

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First Bus strengthens franchising team with two senior appointments

First Bus has appointed two new directors to its franchising business, further strengthening the leadership team as it continues to grow in franchised markets across the UK.

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First Bus chosen to operate services on West Yorkshire's Weaver Network

The first contracts of the new era of bus franchising in West Yorkshire have been officially signed by regional transport chiefs and bus operators.

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Eagle Coaches celebrates 100 years of service with anniversary celebrations and new look for the future

Bristol coach company, Eagle Coaches, has celebrated its 100th anniversary with colleagues, customers and partners, marking a century of serving communities across Bristol and the South West.

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First Bus announces time restriction on child-free travel in Stoke

  • Decision made after discussions with Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire Police following numerous accounts of anti-social behaviour
  • Under-15s will have to be accompanied by an adult to travel from 6:00pm
  • Limit will remain in place until further notice
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Five drivers with First Bus in South Yorkshire reach finals of Bus Driver of the Year

  • They will compete against more than 100 finalists from across the UK
  • Drivers at depots in Sheffield and Doncaster
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First Bus fields the most drivers for final of Bus Driver of the Year

  • Current holder Michael Leech ready to defend title as best in Britain
  • 36 drivers from across the UK have qualified
  • Yorkshire depots the best-represented in the competition
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First Bus manager’s role in Scotland public transport praised by parliament

  • David Adam retires after career spanning 47 years
  • Logistics expertise helped Queen Elizabeth II cortege and Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games
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Three drivers with First Bus in Wales reach finals of Bus Driver of the Year

  • They will compete against more than 100 finalists from across the UK
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Three drivers with First Bus in Scotland reach finals of Bus Driver of the Year

  • They will compete against more than 100 finalists from across the UK
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Ten drivers with First Bus in East of England and Midlands reach finals of Bus Driver of the Year

  • They will compete against more than 100 finalists from across the UK
  • Drivers at depots in Hadleigh, Great Yarmouth, Norwich, Adderley Green, Leicester and Colchester