CPT North of England

CPT has been campaigning for greater flexibility for 18 & 19-yr-old drivers - crucially, to remove the current limit of 50km for younger drivers. Help DfT assess the case for change by completing their survey below - closes 2 March. smartsurvey.co.uk/s/operatorevid…

Planning your 2026 coach tour programmes? In just over a month the British Tourism & Travel Show returns to Birmingham - bringing together 200+ coach-friendly destinations, attractions and hotels from across the British Isles and beyond. Register now tourismshow.co.uk

It’s #NationalApprenticeshipWeek and we’re proud to celebrate the apprentices who help keep Britain moving every day. Apprenticeships offer a vital route into work, allowing people to earn while they learn and build long-term careers in transport. cpt-uk.org/news/bus-and-c…

We’re pleased to announce that Aaron Hill has been appointed CPT’s new Director of Partnerships. At a pivotal time in local govt reorganisation and transport policy, Aaron will lead our new engagement programme working with members and local authorities. cpt-uk.org/news/aaron-hil…

One month since we launched our new bus regulation toolkit and handbook - CPT Chief Exec, Graham Vidler, wrote for @LGAcomms, setting out how the toolkit can help authorities navigate the choices ahead and deliver the best outcomes for passengers. lgafirst.co.uk/comment/organi…

Don't forget to sign up for the CPT Conference & Annual Dinner 2026! 🗓️Thu 29 Jan 📍Park Plaza London Riverbank W/ keynote from @simonlightwood Minister for Roads & Buses, plus expert sessions, practical insights, and a celebration of our sector await. cpt-uk.org/cpt-conference…

Coaches deliver 450m journeys a year - but 97% of the public have never heard a politician mention them. New polling shows coaches are widely used, great value, and viewed by the public as vital to the transport network - yet consistently overlooked. cpt-uk.org/news/public-ba…

Thanks to everyone who joined us in Solihull for CPT’s 2025 Coach Conference. We covered zero emission challenges, Access for All, skills and workforce needs, and DVSA’s safety update. A great day for a sector ready to grow.

Today's budget from the govt. contains multiple announcements affecting our industry. We're here to support you navigate: 💰 Increases to national living wage ⛽ A limited extension to the freeze on fuel duty 🔌 A new pay-per-mile charge on EV car users cpt-uk.org/news/cpt-state…

We’re delighted to re-award Liverpool Coach Friendly Status, recognising the city's commitment to welcoming coach groups and supporting the visitor economy.

After being named one of our Top 10 Coach Destinations earlier this year, we’re delighted to re-award Bury Market with CPT’s Coach Friendly Status. Long-time favourite for coach groups, the market has 500+ traders, free coach parking, and a driver rest area with meal vouchers.

We’re thrilled that @bt_uk will once again be our fantastic hosts for the Women in Bus and Coach Annual Summit 🚌 📅 6th October 2026 | Snowhill, Birmingham Huge thanks to BT for their ongoing support and partnership! 💛 #Bus #Coach #CommunityTransport #BetterTogether

Today is the start of @CPT_Scot Conference and we're launching new research into bus speeds. 900k trips are made by bus in Scotland every day, but the average bus travels at just 11.3mph. Speeding up buses needs to be a priority to unlock economic gains. scotsman.com/news/politics/…

Driver shortages are a persistent barrier to our industry. We are calling on the govt to: ⚠️ Lift the 50km regular service limit for 18/19 yr-olds ✅ Allow training before a provisional licence is issued Read more here: tinyurl.com/snfbbyb4

🥳 Happy 1st Anniversary to our Northern Region! One year of connection, collaboration and championing women across the sector. Here’s to many more 🚍💪 #Bus #Coach #CommunityTransport #BetterTogether #WiBCNorth

We’re proud to support Catch the Bus Month! With the right support, buses can continue to drive growth. For that, we need to see: ✅ Fair funding ✅ Local flexibility through the new Bus Services Act ✅ Faster journeys through bus priority measures

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🚌 It’s #CatchTheBusMonth with @BusUsersUK 🌍 One double-decker = 75 cars off the road 💨 Cleaner air & less congestion 🤝 Connecting people, reducing isolation This #September, swap just 1 car journey for the bus – small changes = big impact! #CTBM25 #LoveTheBus

The number of bus trips per person outside London rose from 25 to 28 last year according to the National Travel Survey, out today. The national bus fare cap, and investment by operators in new routes, services, and vehicles, boosted the popularity of bus travel during 2024.

Heading to the coast this Bank Holiday? The £3 bus fare cap gets you to the sea for less: 🚌 Leeds–Whitby/Scarborough 🚌 Truro–St Ives 🚌 Taunton–Minehead 🚌 Bournemouth–Swanage (by bus… & boat!) Join 20m others travelling by bus this weekend.