Bus Franchising: Independent Review into Bus Franchising Implementation Pathways, Strategic Delivery Plan and Next Steps

June 25, 2026 Audit and Governance Committee (Committee) Unknown View on council website

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Summary

The Audit and Governance Committee noted the Mayor's Independent Review into Bus Franchising Implementation Pathways and the Strategic Delivery Plan. Officers have produced the Strategic Delivery Plan to address key concerns identified in the review. The committee also noted additional work on Service Permits and changes to the business case.

Full council record

Decision

The Committee:

A.    Noted the Mayor’s Independent Review into Implementation Pathways for the CPCA Bus Franchising Scheme and the recommendations set out in the report.

B.    In response to the findings of the Independent Review, officers have produced a Strategic Delivery Plan (SDP) to address the key concerns identified. Members noted the plan and provided feedback and comments.

C.    Noted the additional work to be undertaken in regard to the Strategic Delivery Plan (further consultation on Service Permits and changes to the original outline business case).

Supporting Documents

Appendix A Independent Review of Implementation Pathways for Bus Franchising - final report to CPCA.pdf
Bus Franchising Independent Review Strategic Delivery Plan and next steps.pdf

Details

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Decision date25 Jun 2026