How to unlock a 'green bus revolution', according to the transport authorities that have to deliver it

Cecilia Keating
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Buses at night in Manchster | Credit: iStock
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Buses at night in Manchster | Credit: iStock

Report from Urban Transport Group urges Labour government to establish clear phase out date for diesel buses and provide 'long-term and sustained' support to enable rollout of zero emission models

England's public sector transport authorities have urged the new Labour government to accelerate the roll-out of electric and hydrogen buses across England, warning that regional and city climate goals...

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