Press Releases

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First Bus invests in new express service to Glasgow Fort

  • X43 Express to begin on Saturday 22 November
  • Hourly service operating throughout weekends
  • Strong demand anticipated in build up to festive season
First Bus Aberdeen Living Wage 1

First Bus Aberdeen backs message of difference in Living Wage campaign

  • City fleet carries banners during Living Wage Week (10-16 November)
Arriving at the stadium

First Bus and Huddersfield Town team up with first match experience for young fans

  • Special bus trip on Saturday 8 November for Plymouth Argyle fixture
  • Children from Dewsbury area get chance to see a game for the first time
York P&R service 2 near Bootham sml

First Bus invests in more buses on Park and Ride to support shoppers, retailers and hospitality as York gears up for Christmas

  • Additional services to run from 9 November to 21 December
  • Increased frequency at all six sites on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
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First Bus gives Remembrance free travel for all Armed Forces, veterans and cadets

  • 5,700 buses across the country providing free journeys
  • Wear military uniform, badges or show driver Service ID card when boarding
  • First Bus has a strong affiliation with the Armed Forces, with many veterans working for the business  
Janette Bell, MD First Bus UK

Delivering the future of bus services

This week the Government’s Bus Services Bill received royal assent, paving the way for a major overhaul of local bus services in England. Janette Bell, Managing Director for First Bus, which serves 1.5 million passengers every day, shares her views on what the new powers for local authorities mean for local bus services, and how renewed collaboration between councils and bus operators is key to making this new future a success. 

Cymru bus service

Industrial action in south and west Wales - 2025

Below are our latest statements on industrial action in south and west Wales. Statements will be time-stamped as and when they are released.

Michele Elliot at Aberdeen depot1 crop

Aberdeen bus driver named Woman of the Year by influential industry group

  • First Bus Scotland driver receives two awards for her achievements
  • Male colleague in Glasgow recognised for allyship to empower women
Michael Leech5

First Bus driver finishes first to be named best in Britain

  • Halifax driver wins national title
  • Michael Leech beats 100 drivers from across the country
EVs in Norwich Charging

£13.8 million investment will bring 24 more electric buses to Norfolk

First Bus, working in partnership with Norfolk County Council, is delivering 24 brand new electric double-decker buses and supporting depot infrastructure as part of a £13.8 million joint investment in greener transport for the county.