Proposals to transform the way local bus services are planned and delivered across Wales have been published (Monday 31 March). They will benefit passengers, communities and encourage more bus travel.
A new Bill has been laid in the Senedd which, if passed, will provide the powers to create a bus network that meets passenger needs.
The proposals include providing one network, one timetable and one ticket across Wales, with services based on local knowledge. The Bus Services (Wales) Bill outlines how through Transport for Wales, in close collaboration with local authorities and Corporate Joint Committees, bus services will be planned and co-ordinated at a national level and delivered principally through franchised contracts by private, third and public sector operators.
The roll out is intended to begin in South West Wales in 2027, before North Wales in 2028, South East Wales in 2029 and Mid Wales in 2030.
For further information please select the following link: New Legislation to Transform Local Bus travel | GOV.WALES