Source · Select Committees · Transport Committee
Recommendation 3
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Short-term funding for bus services hinders local authorities' improvement efforts.
Conclusion
The short-term nature of funding for bus services has hampered local authorities’ ability to improve services. Five-year settlements in other transport sectors like rail and the strategic road network have enabled greater certainty and promoted strategic planning. Bus services, the most widely used form of public transport, require a similar commitment. (Conclusion, Paragraph 30)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 31 October 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗