Issue - decisions

Cabinet received a report on the ‘Bus Back Better’ National Bus Strategy that required Local Authorities to enter into Enhanced Partnerships with bus operators.

RESOLVED –

(1)               That it be agreed, in principle, to commit to Enhanced Partnerships with local bus operators, as required by the ‘Bus Back Better’ National Bus Strategy by 30 June 2021.

(2)               That the development of a Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) by 31 October 2021 be agreed, to secure long term funding for vital bus services.

(3)               That an Enhanced Partnership with bus operators be entered into no later than 31 March 2022.