New greener buses coming to Devon
The Government's putting cash into eco-friendly public transport
The Government is investing over £1 million in greener public transport across Devon.
The cash comes from the Department for Transport as it aims to proved greener and smoother bus travel across the country.
It's expected that we can be on board one of the new buses by Spring 2027.
Eleven local authorities across the country and benefitting from the cash, with Devon County Council getting £772,052 for ten buses.
There's also £361,319 for Torbay Council towards six vehicles.
Local Transport Minister Simon Lightwood, said:
“I’m thrilled to announce this £38 million investment, which will deliver 319 new zero-emission buses to communities across England by 2027. This funding will not only make bus travel cleaner, greener, and more comfortable, but it will deliver on our Plan for Change; creating jobs, supporting local economies, and accelerating our journey towards a zero-emission future.
“By backing local councils and UK manufacturers, we are putting the power in the hands of communities, while helping to deliver on our vision of a sustainable, green transport network.
“From Hull to Hove, there’s an electrifying future on the way for our buses.”
Matt Carney, CEO, Go-Ahead Bus, said:
“We’re very grateful to the Department of Transport for this continued partnership.
"Together we’re investing in even more zero-emission buses so that customers across the UK can access cleaner, greener public transport. This funding will support new zero-emissions buses in Hull, Salisbury, Brighton & Hove, Plymouth and Isle of Wight.”