West Midlands bus services brought under public control to protect local routes
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West Midlands bus services brought under public control to protect local routes

18 Aug 2026 · Originally published 18 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: Buses brought under public control in West Midlands as Andy Burnham hails 'very big day' | LBC
The West Midlands Combined Authority has taken control of local bus services to prevent them from collapsing after the operator indicated it would leave the market. This shift aims to protect thousands of jobs and ensure the continuity of transport links for the region, marking a move toward greater local oversight of public services.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK West Midlands
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