Bus Services: Rural Areas
Commons · Question 14262 · Tabled 29 Jun 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 2 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Edward Morello
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether his Department plans to implement a ringfenced grant for community rural bus services.
Answer
Answered by Simon Lightwood, 2 Jul 2026
The Government recognises that every community has distinct public transport needs. It wants to empower local leaders to work with operators to design networks that reflect local circumstances. This includes considering a range of service types, such as l...