Funding for Zero Emission Buses: charity reacts
22 March 2024
Welcoming the announcement by the Government of the councils that will receive a share of £143 million for Zero Emission Buses, Silviya Barrett of Campaign for Better Transport said:
“This is welcome news for communities around the country, and it’s heartening to see rural communities being prioritised. Clean, modern, accessible buses for all, including in often-overlooked rural areas, will be important to achieving a greener, fairer transport system.”
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Notes to Editors
The Government funding comes from the second round of the Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas programme (ZEBRA).
Campaign for Better Transport operates in England and Wales. Campaign for Better Transport’s vision is for all communities to have access to high quality, sustainable transport that meets their needs, improves quality of life and protects the environment. Campaign for Better Transport Charitable Trust is a registered charity (1101929).
