Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 121935

Bus Services: Rural Areas

Tabled: 18 March 2026
Answered: 25 March 2026

Question

James Naish

LabourRushcliffe

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she is taking to provide long-term and stable funding for rural bus services.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
The Government knows how important affordable and reliable bus services are in keeping communities connected, including in rural areas. The Government has confirmed over £3 billion from 2026/27 to support local leaders and bus operators to improve bus ser...

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