Reclaim Our Buses (West of England)
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🚌We want Public Control of the the WOE Buses! Now! Sister campaign to @weownit_campaign
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🚌 Advocating for better buses in the West of England!📝
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🚍✨ #ReclaimOurBuses is a campaign fighting for better, more accessible public transport in the #WestOfEngland!
🌍 From affordable fares to reliable services, we're pushing for a transport system that works for everyone.
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🌍 From affordable fares to reliable services, we're pushing for a transport system that works for everyone.
Join us in making buses a real priority: linktr.ee/reclaimourbuses
"Patchway is over five miles from Bristol City Centre; this means people seeking asylum either have to walk a ten mile round trip or spend a significant amount of their weekly allowance, meaning less money for food, clothing and other vital costs,”
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Call for asylum seekers to get free bus travel in Bristol
"Over half their weekly allowance is spent on just one day of bus travel"
www.bristolpost.co.uk
September 29, 2025 at 1:27 PM
"Patchway is over five miles from Bristol City Centre; this means people seeking asylum either have to walk a ten mile round trip or spend a significant amount of their weekly allowance, meaning less money for food, clothing and other vital costs,”
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Unite regional officer Ken Fish said: "There is still an opportunity for First West of England to come back to the negotiating table to stop this disruptive strike action."
www.unitetheunion.org/news-events/...
www.unitetheunion.org/news-events/...
www.unitetheunion.org
September 18, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Unite regional officer Ken Fish said: "There is still an opportunity for First West of England to come back to the negotiating table to stop this disruptive strike action."
www.unitetheunion.org/news-events/...
www.unitetheunion.org/news-events/...
“We recognise the disruption this industrial action will have, and acknowledge its impact on you and your ability to travel. We at First Bus are committed to continuing discussions with union representatives in an attempt to reach a resolution,”
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Bristol bus strike latest - everything we know
What services are affected and what the strike is about
www.bristolpost.co.uk
September 18, 2025 at 11:38 AM
“We recognise the disruption this industrial action will have, and acknowledge its impact on you and your ability to travel. We at First Bus are committed to continuing discussions with union representatives in an attempt to reach a resolution,”
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Tonights campaign meeting is at 5pm, phoenix pub near Cabot Circus www.phoenixbristol.com
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www.phoenixbristol.com
February 12, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Tonights campaign meeting is at 5pm, phoenix pub near Cabot Circus www.phoenixbristol.com
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February 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Meanwhile, in Private Eye… WECA and mr Norris have been misleading the public about what’s really happening—especially regarding the Best Value Notice. Let’s hope May brings some clarity.
February 11, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Meanwhile, in Private Eye… WECA and mr Norris have been misleading the public about what’s really happening—especially regarding the Best Value Notice. Let’s hope May brings some clarity.
this could have been bath and bristol...
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MSN
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February 10, 2025 at 12:48 PM
this could have been bath and bristol...
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The Gvt is working on a National Transport Strategy and wants your ideas! We've made it easy to email your MP and/or respond.
Please call for a #LowTrafficVision: more funding for walking, cycling, public transport etc, less dependence on cars, vans & lorries
lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/low-traffic-...
Please call for a #LowTrafficVision: more funding for walking, cycling, public transport etc, less dependence on cars, vans & lorries
lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/low-traffic-...
February 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Great to see the CAZ being looped back into securing sustainable transport and active travel: www.bristol247.com/news-and-fea...
Three new bus services to be paid for by Clean Air Zone charges
One new route will be heading through the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood trial area
www.bristol247.com
February 5, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Great to see the CAZ being looped back into securing sustainable transport and active travel: www.bristol247.com/news-and-fea...
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EVs won't solve this
Vehicle tyres found to be biggest source of nanoplastics in the high Alps
Vehicle tyres found to be biggest source of nanoplastics in the high Alps
Mountaineers now scaling more peaks for first global study of nanoplastics, which can enter lungs and bloodstream
Particles from vehicle tyre wear are the biggest source of nanoplastic pollution in the high Alps, a pioneering project has revealed.…
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2025 at 10:53 AM
EVs won't solve this
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I blame the media for starting it and fanning the flames and pouring petrol on it every time they have a chance.
We're all trying to get to where we're going.
We're all trying to get to where we're going.
Who started the culture war between cyclists and drivers? | Zoe Williams
Who started the culture war between cyclists and drivers? | Zoe Williams
I’ve never actually met a cyclist who wants to be part of this battle. So what is behind this bizarre and stubborn standoff?
Last week, I had a surprise coffee with Henk Swarttouw, head of the European Cyclists’ Federation. He used to be the Dutch…
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2025 at 11:47 AM
I blame the media for starting it and fanning the flames and pouring petrol on it every time they have a chance.
We're all trying to get to where we're going.
We're all trying to get to where we're going.
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Fix Fares for Good (Campaign for Better Transport) added to Transport Knowledge Wiki. transportknowledge.net/index.php/Fi...
Fix Fares for Good - Transport Knowledge Wiki
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February 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Fix Fares for Good (Campaign for Better Transport) added to Transport Knowledge Wiki. transportknowledge.net/index.php/Fi...
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"affordability is the main factor stopping existing passengers from travelling more by train"
February 4, 2025 at 12:39 PM
"affordability is the main factor stopping existing passengers from travelling more by train"
Dan Norris is the only @teamlabouruk.bsky.social mayor not to be using his powers to pursue and action franchising...
February 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Dan Norris is the only @teamlabouruk.bsky.social mayor not to be using his powers to pursue and action franchising...
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Weird how they rarely ever mention costs for this type of work but it's always "£750,000 cycle lane to begin construction"
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Lodge Hill: Work on A34 junction project to start this month
The junction near Abingdon has only northbound slip roads but should have southbound ones next year.
www.bbc.com
February 3, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Weird how they rarely ever mention costs for this type of work but it's always "£750,000 cycle lane to begin construction"
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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"which would see a city centre road become inaccessible to through traffic"
Wrong question.
Why should traffic need to go through a city?
Wrong question.
Why should traffic need to go through a city?
February 3, 2025 at 10:28 AM
"which would see a city centre road become inaccessible to through traffic"
Wrong question.
Why should traffic need to go through a city?
Wrong question.
Why should traffic need to go through a city?
🚌👀 WECA’s proposed cuts are a threat to accessibility. With buses cut & routes reduced, how are those with disabilities supposed to travel? Accessible transport isn’t a luxury—it’s a right. #InclusiveTransport #AccessibilityMatters #SaveOurBuses
January 31, 2025 at 2:24 PM
🚌👀 WECA’s proposed cuts are a threat to accessibility. With buses cut & routes reduced, how are those with disabilities supposed to travel? Accessible transport isn’t a luxury—it’s a right. #InclusiveTransport #AccessibilityMatters #SaveOurBuses
❗️It’s time for WECA to step up. Delays in devolution & lack of local control are stalling progress on public transport improvements. Let’s invest in sustainable travel, not more cuts to services. #BusServiceCuts #WestOfEngland #SustainableTransport
January 31, 2025 at 2:23 PM
❗️It’s time for WECA to step up. Delays in devolution & lack of local control are stalling progress on public transport improvements. Let’s invest in sustainable travel, not more cuts to services. #BusServiceCuts #WestOfEngland #SustainableTransport
The committee meeting has started! Watch WECA leaders live here: westofengland-ca.moderngov.co.uk/ieListDocume...
Agenda for West of England Combined Authority Committee on Friday, 31st January, 2025, 1.00 pm - Modern Council
westofengland-ca.moderngov.co.uk
January 31, 2025 at 1:29 PM
The committee meeting has started! Watch WECA leaders live here: westofengland-ca.moderngov.co.uk/ieListDocume...