People in Yorkshire, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Hampshire can look forward to greener and cleaner journeys as the UK government announced the rollout of an extra 117 buses, thanks to a £25.3 million investment. This latest investment will support British manufacturing and create hundreds of new high-skilled jobs, encouraging growth and helping to level up the economy.
The new buses will be manufactured in Northern Ireland by Wrightbus and operated by FirstBus, providing sustainable transport solutions and reducing carbon emissions. This investment is a part of the government’s ambitious plan to roll out zero-emission buses (ZEBs) across the country, bringing the vision of a net-zero transport network one step closer to reality.
This funding is in addition to the £300 million the government has already committed to the rollout of up to 1,395 zero-emission buses in England. With the additional investment, the government aims to accelerate the transition to cleaner transport and support local transport authorities to bid for funding for zero-emission buses and supporting infrastructure through the Zero Emission Buses Regional Areas scheme (ZEBRA).
The benefits of this investment will be felt by communities across Yorkshire, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Hampshire, where the new buses will operate. The rollout of ZEBs will not only reduce carbon emissions but also improve air quality, making a positive impact on public health. The new buses will also provide a more pleasant travel experience, with reduced noise levels and a smoother ride.
The manufacturing of these new buses in Northern Ireland also demonstrates the UK’s commitment to supporting British manufacturing and creating new jobs, helping to level up the economy and promote sustainable economic growth.
The announcement of an extra 117 zero-emission buses to be rolled out in Yorkshire, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Hampshire is great news for the environment and local communities. This investment will support the transition to a greener, cleaner transport network and create new high-skilled jobs in the manufacturing industry. The government’s commitment to sustainable transport solutions is a positive step towards a net-zero carbon future, and we can expect more such investments in the future.
Source: Gov[Dot]UK
