School transport upgrade signals major shift in national mobility

The Government is preparing to greenlight the biggest reform of the School Transport Scheme since 1967, an ambitious plan that could open up 100,000 additional pupil spaces by 2030. Following a nationwide rollout of 14 pilot projects during the 2024/25 school year, decision-makers are now weighing bold changes: from aligning school opening times to deploying a more adaptable bus fleet, and integrating sustainable and public transport solutions.

This is a call to reimagine fleet strategy, collaboration with public services, and long-term capacity planning.

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