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Greater Manchester has taken a bold step in public transport, completing the historic re-regulation of its bus network. This milestone, the first in England in 40 years, represents a seismic shift in how the city-region connects its communities, promotes sustainability and drives economic growth. The transformation is part of the Bee Network, an ambitious vision for a fully integrated, “London-style” public transport system by 2025.
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First Bus in Yorkshire Rolls Out Giant Poppies for Remembrance

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If you’re spotting giant poppies on First buses around Yorkshire, it’s not your eyes playing tricks – it’s First Bus proudly showing its support for Remembrance this November. With 300 buses decked out in the iconic Royal British Legion poppy, First Bus North & West Yorkshire are adding welcome tribute to their fleet, honouring veterans and their families. And they’ve backed it up with a generous £3,350 donation to this year’s Poppy Appeal.

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From Leeds to York, and everywhere in between, these poppy-clad buses are rolling reminders of the sacrifices made. But First Bus isn’t just showing off poppies – they’re putting their wheels in action by offering free travel for Armed Forces personnel, veterans and cadets heading to Remembrance events. 

Whether you’re heading to a service on Sunday the 10th of November, or marking Armistice Day on Monday the 11th of November, just hop on and show your Armed Forces ID, medals, or uniform, and your fare’s covered.

In a respectful nod to tradition, First Bus drivers will even be permitted to pull over, if safe, at 11:00 am on both days to observe two minutes of silence.

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John Roxburgh, Head of Operations at First Bus, commented,

“We have a number of colleagues who have served in the military or have friends and family connections so this is always a poignant time of the year.

“We hope free travel on our services will make it as easy as possible for as many veterans, serving personnel and cadets to attend Remembrance services and events in the region. The patience of customers in helping our drivers to pay their respects is much appreciated.”

So, as those poppy-adorned buses make their way through Yorkshire, remember that they carry more than passengers. They’re a moving tribute to those who have served, past and present, honouring the sacrifices made for all.

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