Bus Drivers in Somerset Face Potential Strike Over Pay Dispute Monday, August 11, 2025 bus strike somerset bristol pay dispute unite firstwest industrialaction drivers More than 1,000 bus drivers employed by First West of England across Somerset and Bristol are being balloted for strike action, following a rejected pay offer deemed unsatisfactory by the Unite union. The potential industrial … Read More
Somerset Council Funds 82 Bus Services to Keep Communities Connected Sunday, August 10, 2025 somerset bus subsidies transport council routes publictransport wales infrastructure services sport Somerset Council will provide subsidies for 82 bus services throughout this year to maintain essential transport connections for local communities. These subsidies support routes that would otherwise be unprofitable, enabling … Read More
People Trapped as Bus Crashes Off Somerset A-Road Thursday, July 17, 2025 bus somerset accident emergency rescue crash a396 fire ambulance police A bus crash on the A396 near Wheddon Cross in Somerset has left several passengers trapped this afternoon, Thursday, July 17. The incident occurred when the bus veered off the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and … Read More
Upgraded Zebra-Striped Bus Enhances Longleat Safari Adventure Friday, July 4, 2025 longleat safari bus accessibility wildlife tourism comfort doubledecker wifi inclusion Longleat Safari Park has elevated the guest experience with the introduction of a brand-new 98-seater safari bus. Unveiled on Monday, June 30, this cutting-edge vehicle combines comfort, convenience, and accessibility for a … Read More
Free Bus Travel for Children Under 16 in the West of England This Summer Tuesday, June 10, 2025 bus travel children westofengland summer free transport schools fares support This summer, children and young people under 16 in the West of England will be able to travel free on buses throughout the school holidays. Starting from July 19 until September 5, this new initiative, funded by the West of … Read More
New Taunton Transport Hub Invites Community Input on Future Facilities Thursday, June 5, 2025 taunton transport hub community council bus consultation facilities accessibility development Residents of Taunton have just a few days remaining to share their ideas on what community facilities should be included in the new town centre transport hub. Somerset Council has secured £2.7 million from the Department for … Read More