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First Bus invests further £70m in zero-emission bus operations expanding electric fleet in West of England

  • £70 million investment in additional 160 zero-emission buses 
  • Partnered with West of England Mayoral Combined Authority to secure an additional £20million of            Government co-funding  
  • The new zero-emission fleet will run through air quality hot spots in Bristol, as well as operating in Bath. 
  • Half of the First Bus West of England fleet will be zero-emission vehicles. 
Electric Buses
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Enjoy the Stampede by the Sea art trail – by bus

As Weldmar Hospicecare’s Transport Partner for their Stampede by the Sea art trail, First Bus is helping people to explore the trail by bus.

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Popular Exmoor Explorer (Exmoor Coaster) returns for Summer 2025

First Bus in Somerset, in collaboration with Devon County Council and Somerset Council, is excited to announce the return of the Exmoor Explorer (EX1) service (previously the Exmoor Coaster) for Summer 2025.

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First Bus & Ensignbus Announce Changes to Bus Services in Thurrock from 22 April

Residents in Thurrock are advised of upcoming changes to local bus services, which will take effect from Tuesday 22 April. The adjustments aim to enhance connectivity across the area while maintaining vital transport links for passengers.

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First Bus invests in more buses on York Park and Ride to support shoppers, retailers and hospitality during Easter holidays

  • Additional services to run from 7-19 April
  • Extra buses on Services 2, 3,7,8 and 9
Network / Service Changes
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First Bus to improve reliability of over 30 Glasgow bus services thanks to AI

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Essex Cricket Stars Take on the First Bus Battle of the Buses Challenge

First Bus East of England was delighted to host two exciting Battle of the Buses events, welcoming star players from Essex Cricket and key figures from the Department for Transport, who stepped into the driving seat to experience the skills required to be a bus driver.

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First Bus and Unite the Union establish groundbreaking learning hub in West Yorkshire

  • New centre to enhance educational opportunities for 2,000 frontline employees
  • Facilities open to colleagues in West Yorkshire and York
  • Support from satellite centre in Halifax
Events
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Mum’s the Word – Mum’s across Glasgow celebrate in unique way thanks to First Bus

Mothers across Glasgow see themselves displayed on the sides of buses alongside heartwarming messages thanks to First Bus’ Mother’s Day competition

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Mum’s the Word – Mum’s across Aberdeen celebrate in unique way thanks to First Bus

Mothers across Aberdeen see themselves displayed on the sides of buses alongside heartwarming messages thanks to First Bus’ Mother’s Day competition

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First Bus to Enhance Lowestoft Bus Service from 30th March

  • First Bus announces bus service enhancements for Lowesoft from Sunday 30 March.
  • These enhancements have been made possible through Suffolk County Council's allocation of Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) funding.
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West Yorkshire Mayor helps launch trailblazing bus industry group for Northern England

  • Women in Bus and Coach – North region gets underway
  • Industry group to promote inclusion and diversity in public transport
  • Mayor named Ambassador
  • Trailblazing black woman bus driver honoured
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