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April 28, 2026 Prepared for: Transport Committee, UK Parliament 1. Executive Summary

Without a clear direction from the Government and dedicated funding to support sustainable transport, the gap between commercial availability and community needs will continue to widen. Prioritizing public transport is essential for delivering on net-zero and economic growth targets. Written evidence - Committees - UK Parliament 123414

Commit to improving bus speeds by 10% over the lifespan of Bus Service Improvement Plans (BSIPs) to increase service attractiveness and viability. 5. Conclusion April 28, 2026 Prepared for: Transport Committee, UK

Decisions made by LTAs often struggle to align with national priorities such as the "levelling up" agenda and economic growth due to disparate calls on available budgets. 4. Strategic Recommendations Written evidence - Committees - UK Parliament Commit

Local authorities often lack the allocated budget to support non-commercial services, resulting in the loss of vital transport links.

To draft a report for , which refers to a House of Commons Transport Committee inquiry regarding the financing and sustainability of the bus sector, you can follow this structured draft based on the provided evidence.

To address these issues, the following measures are recommended: