Bus Services: Franchises
Commons · Question 121319 · Tabled 17 Mar 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 24 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Wendy Morton
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what support she is providing to mayoral combined authorities to support the transition to bus franchising systems; what funding she has allocated for transition costs, depot acquisition and fleet procurement;
Answer
Answered by Simon Lightwood, 24 Mar 2026
The Government has confirmed investment of over £3 billion from 2026/27 for the rest of the spending review period to support local leaders and bus operators across the country to improve bus services for millions of passengers. This funding includes a £3...