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Service changes
A summary of each service changes as advised by Essex County Council bus_passenger_news_february 2023
£2 bus fare cap to be extended
The government has announced plans to continue to cap single bus fares outside of London at £2 until the end of June, saving passengers money and encouraging more people back on the bus. Bus operators that are continuing the £2 fare cap scheme will be confirmed in due course.
The government’s existing £60 million investment to cap single bus fares has already shown early signs of increased bus use.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said: “Getting more people onto reliable and affordable buses will strengthen communities and help grow the economy – connecting people to jobs, driving pensioners to see friends and family, and helping people attend medical appointments or access education.”
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Possible expansion of Chelmer Valley Park and Ride
Park and Ride remains a crucial part of ECC’s vision and strategy for Chelmsford. It provides a quick and easy way to travel into the City Centre and reduces the number of cars on the city’s road network, helping reduce congestion and carbon emissions.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of the Park and Ride sites is increasing again and passenger numbers are expected to recover over time. There is also significant growth planned, including in the north Chelmsford area and the Braintree district. Therefore, demand for Park and Ride services is forecasted to increase and ECC need to ensure there is enough capacity to meet this future demand.
ECC are proposing to expand the existing Chelmer Valley Park and Ride site and this public consultation is an opportunity for you to have your say specifically on those plans. To take part, please complete the online consultation survey.
There will be a drop-in consultation event at High Chelmer Shopping Centre in Chelmsford (outside Next) on
Saturday 25 February 2023 (10am – 3pm).
The Consultation ends on Sunday 12 March 2023.
