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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Greens call for public ownership of bus network as further cuts are discussed

Bedford's Green councillors have responded to news of further cuts to bus services by saying the service should be brought into public ownership. Their comments come after...
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66 Bedford bus drivers recognised for ‘Fleet Elite’ safety performance

Bedford bus drivers are amongst those recognised for outstanding driving standards after 201 Stagecoach East drivers achieved “Fleet Elite” status in 2025. Stagecoach East said...
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Stagecoach double decker bus with the Businesses Against Abuse (BAA) livery Image- Stagecoach

Bedfordshire bus operator wins national award for protecting women and girls

Bedfordshire’s largest local bus operator, Stagecoach East, has received national recognition for its work to prevent violence against women and girls, taking home one of the UK transport...
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The WoW bus with Andy's Man Club. Image: Stagecoach East

Charities and Champions join forces on WoW Bus to promote mental health in Bedford

Stagecoach East brought its ‘Wellbeing on Wheels’ (Wow) Bus to Bedford last week, offering drivers, engineers and depot staff a chance to learn more about looking after their mental health...
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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Concerns Bedford bus cuts blamed on bad parking and low passengers will leave rural communities stranded

Bus cuts blamed on bad parking and falling passenger numbers have triggered a wave of criticism in Bedford, with Borough councillors accusing Stagecoach of letting down...
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A Facebook post pertaining to offer an excluisve bus ticket deal for Cambridge residents. It is being shared by Stagecoach bus company as it is a scam

Bus passengers warned about social media ‘smartcard’ scam

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RMG Stagecoach X5 at Bedford Bus Station Image Stagecoach East

Stagecoach East drivers recognised for excellence in safety and sustainability

Nearly 200 Stagecoach East drivers have been recognised for their commitment to road safety and fuel-efficient driving, with more than 50 achieving the highest level of recognition...
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Stagecoach double decker bus with the Businesses Against Abuse (BAA) livery Image- Stagecoach

Local buses offer a lifeline for at-risk women and girls

Stagecoach East drivers are stepping up to make a difference in the fight against Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), with their buses now places of refuge for anyone feeling unsafe...
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Grant Palmer and Stagecoach bus at Bedford Bus Station. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Council aim for co-operation as bus operators lock horns over timetables

The "wheels have come off" public transport in North Bedfordshire, councillor Jonathan Abbott has claimed, but the council said it wants to work with the operators to get the best from both services...
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Darren Roe, Stagecoach. Image: Stagecoach East

Passengers warned of reduced bus service as drivers vote to strike on dates throughout July and August

A reduced Stagecoach bus service will run in Bedfordhire on dates in July and August after bus drivers turned down a pay offer. The affected dates include the weekend of the Bedford River Festival...
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