Mayor welcomes bus driver pay deal

Welcoming today’s news that a pay deal has been reached, avoiding further bus strikes in the region, Helen Godwin, the Mayor of the West of England, said:

“Buses are crucial for people getting around the West. Recent disruption underlined the vital role that bus drivers play in our region.

“I’m delighted to see an agreement between First Bus, the employer, and Unite, the union, that achieves a good deal for drivers and avoids any further disruption for passengers. This is more good news in a great week for the West of England.

“With new night buses and new green electric buses rolling out in the West Country, together we’re beginning to build the bus network that local people deserve.”