Campaign Focus: Reducing Tax
Throughout the year we will be sharing information on our campaign focus areas. Those topics we feel strongly about and are fighting for on behalf of our members. This month […]
Free bus travel expansion
Free Bus Travel Expansion in Greater Manchester – Why It Matters for Older People A major change to public transport in Greater Manchester is set to make a real difference […]
Campaign against floating bus stops
Concerns about floating bus stops have continued to grow, with increasing pressure on government and local authorities to address serious safety risks. In November 2025, ministers took the significant step […]
Campaign Focus: Transport
Throughout the year we will be sharing information on our campaign focus areas. Those topics we feel strongly about and are fighting for on behalf of our members. This month […]
Driving safety in focus: The case for mandatory eye tests
We invited members to share their views on the possible introduction of mandatory eye tests for older drivers, and the response was strong. More than 400 people took part, submitting […]
Parlimentary update from Connect
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has announced that local charities and councils could benefit from £9.5 million in new UK government funding to turbo-charge grassroots efforts to help the 1.6 million […]
Independent Age: Transport and travel
Travel passes and discounts Bus passes The age when you can get an older person’s bus pass depends on where you live: in England, you can apply when you reach […]
Indepedent Age: Getting out and about
Getting out and about is important for our wellbeing but it can become more challenging as we get older. You can get advice about aids to help you stay mobile, […]
Bus service bill read in House of Lords
On the 8th January, the second reading of the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill was held in the House of Lords. Aspects of the debate that may be of interest include: The Minister […]
£1 million funding boost for bus services
The Department for Transport has announced a substantial £955 million investment to enhance bus services across England until 2026, including £712 million for local authorities and £243 million for operators to keep fares […]