Transport for London’s London Buses has announced new contracts for routes from next summer. 70, run by Metroline, has been won by First London West, which will operate 15 new single deck vehicles. 120 has been retained by London United, with a mix of 16 new and existing double deck buses. 211 is being retained by Abellio London, with 19 new double deckers. 280 is being retained by London General, with 14 new double deck buses. 613 will be retained by London United.
Bus News
TfL: DNA ‘Spit Kits’ reduce attacks on staff by 75%
New figures from Transport for London (TfL) show a decade of using DNA spit kits to identify perpetrators of spit attacks on staff has contributed to a reduction in such behaviour by 75%.
News
TfL launches no idling campaign
Authority says switching engine on and off does not result in damage The CPT has backed a new campaign encouraging London drivers to turn off their engines when their vehicle is stationary for more than […]
Financial
Stagecoach backs out of First depot talks
Stagecoach has walked away from talks with FirstGroup about taking over London bus assets which have reportedly been on sale for months, according to The Scotsman. It is understood the two groups could not agree […]
