Bus franchising is not a silver bullet

We share the Welsh Government’s goals for buses – but to achieve those goals, reform must build on what already works
 Buses are the most used and most accessible form of public transport in Wales
 By Martin Gibbon
Bus franchising has a part to play in delivering service improvements across South Wales, but every town and city faces its own unique challenges – and different solutions will be needed to meet them. Franchising, enhanced partnerships, and hybrid models in