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First Bus driver Carlos Santos (left) and Richard Dewdney with the defibrillator @JonCraig Photos

Bristol bus driver’s life-saving legacy unveiled in city centre

A Bristol bus driver has unveiled life-saving equipment in the city centre at the same spot where his colleague suffered a cardiac arrest.

First Bus's Graeme Edwards and Councillor Martin Greig, Chair of The Tall Ships Aberdeen organising committee

All Aboard! First Bus offers 50% off tickets during The Tall Ships Races Aberdeen

This exclusive discount is being offered to help locals and visitors during what is set to be one of the biggest events of the year

Mubs Mahmed (left) and driver trainer Debbie celebrate with teachers and students

Converted bus supports neurodivergent students to travel independently

  • Single decker provides real-life learning for students at Powerhouse
  • Teachers able to create role play travel exercises
  • Students beginning in September among the first to try out the latest installation
Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop and First Bus Scotland Managing Director Duncan Cameron launch First Charge

First Bus powers up with launch of ‘First Charge’

  • First Bus launches ‘First Charge’ – a new identity for its nationwide programme that opens up First Bus’s EV infrastructure, helping accelerate the UK’s transition to cleaner, greener travel.
  • Its Glasgow Caledonia depot is leading the launch with an expansion of its established shared infrastructure model to include public access for the first time.
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Anneka Rice & First Bus inspire a new generation of Scotland’s young at heart explorers to hop on board

  • The ultimate adventure icon meets inspirational Scottish bus pass users to find out how they’re already embracing concessionary bus travel
  • New campaign builds on research showing that three-quarters (76%) of Scotland’s bus pass holders experience an improved quality of life thanks to their pass
  • Almost three-quarters (74%) say their bus pass is their “ticket to freedom”
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Earlier starts, later finishes for York’s Park and Ride as First Bus and City of York Council expand Park and Ride timetable

  • From 20 July, Buses to operate from 05:30am Monday-Saturday and 07:30am on Sunday
  • Last services to leave the city centre at 10:30pm all week
  • Early and late-night connections offer greater flexibility for residents, commuters and visitors
  • Increased frequency for school holidays and summer season
Anneka Rice - First Bus - Life Begins at Bus Pass

Anneka Rice & First Bus inspire a new generation of young at heart explorers to hop on board across East Midlands

  • The ultimate adventure icon meets inspirational bus pass users across the UK to find out how they’re already embracing concessionary bus travel
  • More than three-quarters (76%) of residents say their quality of life since getting their bus pass
  • New campaign builds on research showing that nearly two-thirds (63%) of those in the area get out and about more now they can travel for free
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Anneka Rice & First Bus inspire a new generation of young at heart explorers to hop on board in Bristol

  • The ultimate adventure icon meets inspirational Bristol bus pass users to find out how they’re already embracing concessionary bus travel
  • New campaign builds on research showing that 71% of Bristol bus pass holders surveyed thought getting their pass would make them feel old – but actually, they love it
  • Three in five (60%) say having a bus pass has improved their quality of life
Anneka Rice - First Bus - Life Begins at Bus Pass

Anneka Rice & First Bus inspire a new generation of young at heart explorers to hop on board across Wales

  • The ultimate adventure icon meets inspirational bus pass users to find out how they’re already embracing concessionary bus travel
  • New campaign builds on research showing that while 80% thought getting their bus pass would make them feel old, they actually love it!
  • Almost three-quarters (74%) say their bus pass is their “ticket to freedom”
Anneka Rice - First Bus - Life Begins at Bus Pass

Anneka Rice & First Bus inspire a new generation of young at heart explorers to hop on board in Norwich

  • The ultimate adventure icon meets inspirational bus pass users across the UK to find out how they’re already embracing concessionary bus travel
  • New campaign builds on research showing that 80% thought getting their bus pass would make them feel old – but actually, they love it
  • Over three-quarters (77%) say having a bus pass has improved their quality of life