Bus speeds in decline as road congestion rises

Report by David Begg warns that congestion could ‘destroy’ bus sector and calls for Bus Services Bill to respond with targets for average bus speeds
 
The report was commissioned by industry campaign group Greener Journeys
 
Buses are under threat from a growing congestion crisis on Britain’s roads as journey times rise and passengers are forced to seek alternative transport, a new analysis of local networks reveals.The findings are included in an updated report on co