The MyBus scheme, launched in July 2024 and
funded by the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) grant, has
experienced strong uptake, particularly among young people. This
popularity, combined with increased operator costs, has resulted in
demand and reimbursement costs exceeding the original £700k
budget for 2025/26.
This item outlines the financial position, options considered, and
a recommended approach to ensure the scheme’s sustainability
while supporting the council’s strategic transport objectives
and benefits to bus passengers.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: - Affects more than one division and Revenue Expenditure > £1m;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 07/11/2025
Decision due: 11 Dec 2025 by Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport Management
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Transport Management
Lead director: Director of Environment & Highways
Contact: Katharine Broomfield, Technical Lead - Bus Service Improvement.
Consultees
Online survey with bus passengers
Plan Reference: 25/242
Reason No Public Access: None