First Bus responds to Government's Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy
Janette Bell, First Bus UK Managing Director, said:
“The Government’s recognition that violence against women and girls is a national issue is a vital step forward. This is about a real commitment to safety, and at First Bus we are playing our part. Safety on public transport must be universal, but for some women and girls, this standard is not yet met. Safety is not a privilege; it is a right.
“We are already taking action, becoming a White Ribbon-accredited organisation, promoting the Strut Safe support line across our network, funding an extension to their operating days, and investing in specialist VAWG training. From early 2026, our new partnership training programme with the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) will roll out to all our drivers, helping them recognise and challenge harmful behaviour and better support passengers.
“We are committed to delivering lasting change on VAWG.”