Proposed Changes to the MyBus Ticketing Scheme

July 16, 2026 Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council website

This 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

Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport approved changes to the MyBus ticketing scheme on 16/07/2026. The decision included implementing ticket price increases from August 2026, delegating authority to cancel or postpone a potential January 2027 fare increase if alternative funding is found or the August changes are within budget, and utilising remaining BSIP/Bus Grant funding if required. A new 28-day ticket product will be introduced from April 2027, with delegated authority for pricing, and a simplified reimbursement approach for smaller operators and a standard refund policy will be introduced.

Full council record

Purpose

Proposed changes to the MyBus multi operator ticketing scheme, for 2026/27 and beyond, to ensure its long term financial sustainability.

Supporting Documents

CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 4.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 7.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 1.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 5.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 2.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 3.pdf
CMDT16072026 - Proposed Changes to MyBus Ticketing Scheme Annex 6.pdf

Details

ReferenceCall-ins0
OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date16 Jul 2026
Effective from22 Jul 2026
Expected date16 Jul 2026
Originally due23 Apr 2020
Lead officerKatharine Broomfield
Subject to call-inYes