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CPT reaction to support for Scottish coach operators

CPT's Chief Executive Graham Vidler reacts to the news that the Scottish Government will provide £6 million of support to Scottish coach operators.

CPT appoints new Wales Director

CPT has today announced that Josh Miles has been appointed as the first full time Director of CPT Cymru.

Back Britain's Coaches: Future of the Coach Industry debate

Next Thursday (10 December) MPs will debate the future of the coach industry. This is an excellent chance for MPs to quiz the Government directly both on why they have failed to provide support to date but also more importantly on what it needs to do now to help secure the future of the industry.

CPT Consultation Response: COVID-19: Supply of Personal Protective Equipment

CPT's response to COVID-19: Supply of Personal Protective Equipment

CPT Consultation Response: Northumberland Rail

CPT's response to Northumberland Rail, on behalf of the North East Bus Operators Association (NE Bus) 

CPT Consultation Response: Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone (CAZ)

CPT's response to Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone (CAZ)

CPT reacts to the Spending Review 2020

Reacting to the Spending Review 2020, CPT’s Chief Executive Graham Vidler said:

“The £300m announced today to transform bus services is a welcome first step in delivering a passenger led recovery from the pandemic but falls short of what is needed by the country’s most used form of public transport. Buses can play a vital role in delivering a green recovery but today’s investment is in stark contrast to the record levels of investment in our road and rail networks.

CPT reacts to extension of the furlough scheme

CPT's Chief Executive, Graham Vidler, reacts to the announcement that the furlough scheme has been extended.

CPT Consultation Response: Gynn Square Coach Park

CPT's response to Gynn Square Coach Park