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Our blog offers commentary, analysis and insights on the latest urban transport debates from our team of experts, as well as our Director’s regular column for Passenger Transport magazine.

The size of the prize for mayors

New research from Centre for Cities finds mayors can improve transport connectivity for up to 1.2 million people across England using new transport powers. Caitlin Rollison, External Affairs and Policy Manger at Centre for Cities, introduces the key findings.

A new chapter for buses

Today, the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill was passed into law, marking the start of a new chapter for bus services in England - one that gives local transport authorities across the country the powers they need to shape bus networks around the needs of their communities. We look at the key takeaways on how the Act will help to reshape England’s bus landscape.

The view from the (UK Bus) Summit

Last week the bus sector gathering in my home city of Manchester led me to reflect on how far we have come, and where we’re going, writes Jason Prince.

Bus takes centre stage in House of Commons

Today marks a significant moment as the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill enters the House of Commons. Monta Drozdova and Tom Ellerton take a look at this long-anticipated legislation and what it means for the future of buses.