This month, hundreds of new bus information screens are being installed across the West of England as part of a £1 million bus improvement initiative. Already, 150 screens are operational, with another 100 set to be unveiled shortly. These Real Time Information screens, including three solar-powered units, are designed to provide passengers with up-to-date timetable details and improve the overall travel experience.
Councillor Kevin Guy, Deputy Mayor and Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Council, emphasized the importance of reliable information for commuters. “Real-time, accurate information is what passengers prioritize most,” he stated. “By upgrading screens at key bus stops, hospitals, and transport hubs throughout Bath and North East Somerset—from Whitchurch to Westfield and Bathampton to Bishop Sutton—this investment will make bus travel more accessible and convenient, helping more people commute to work, school, university, appointments, and social events without relying on cars.”
Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, highlighted the broader context of ongoing transport improvements: “Our £1 million investment in bus passenger enhancements marks the beginning of an exciting new era for transport in the West. We are rolling out new night bus services and eco-friendly green buses, constructing additional train stations, and securing record-breaking transport funding for the future.”
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She added, “By 2026, these new screens represent just one step toward a smarter and more reliable bus network. Collaborating with local councils and operators, we are dedicated to making public transport easier to use and more dependable, with accurate real-time information being a fundamental element of this effort.”
The upgrades cover numerous locations across Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire, ensuring widespread access to enhanced transit information for all residents.