Individual Decision - Franchising and Bus Reform Pilot Study
October 14, 2026 Individual Decision Day, Portfolio Holder for Transport (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Portfolio Holder for Transport decided on 14/10/2026 to approve the commencement of the statutory process for a full Franchising Assessment. The decision also approved the inclusion of all local bus services in Cornwall Council's designation of Socially Necessary Local Services based on the Winter 2026 timetable.
Full council record
Purpose
Report to present conclusions of initial government funded feasibility work into bus franchising in Cornwall and decide next steps.
Decision
Decision:
- That the commencement of the statutory process to undertake a full Franchising Assessment be approved.
- That the inclusion of all local bus services in the Cornwall Council’s required designation of Socially Necessary Local Services based on the Winter 2026 timetable be approved.
Related Meeting
Individual Decision Day - Wednesday, 14th October, 2026 10.00 am on October 14, 2026
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Expected date | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Originally due | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Lead officer | Lesley Barlow, Rebecca Riley |