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.
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London bus workers ballot for strike action
Members of the Unite trade union have voted to support an industrial action ballot over the failure of London’s bus operators to agree an Olympic payment. According to Unite, the turn out was 49.6% in […]
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Pteg now named Urban Transport Group
Passenger Transport Executive Group (pteg) is changing its name to the Urban Transport Group, as Transport for London (TfL) comes on board.
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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 […]
