North East Lincolnshire transport among most improved across region

The National Highways and Transport Network Report details where local services have best improved in every aspect of transport and travel. In respects of North East Lincolnshire, accessing information about transport and the overall bus service have vastly improved.

Other notable areas where North East Lincolnshire are leading the way includes the number of bus stops; reliability of electronic displays; bus fares and how easy it is to get on and off the bus.

However, it’s not only the buses that are on the up, so are passenger numbers. In the past 12 months, there has been almost 200,000 more Concessionary Travel passengers using a bus to get around North East Lincolnshire.

A Concessionary Travel Pass allows those of pensionable age or a certain disability to travel across the borough for free until 11pm and can be applied for by visiting: https://www.nelincs.gov.uk/streets-travel-and-parking/travel-and-public-transport/

It allows greater access to Grimsby Town centre as it undergoes major regeneration. With the new Community Diagnostic Centre and Top Town Market, now is the best time to visit.

These findings build upon a recent study that detailed North East Lincolnshire buses as some of the best in the country, ahead of cities like Manchester and Liverpool.

“We are seeing a positive difference in our buses and public transport,” said Councillor Stewart Swinburn, Portfolio Holder for Transport, Infrastructure and Housing.

He added: “I’m proud of how far we’ve come in all these aspects and this is a statement of intention to ensure we provide our residents with the best service possible.

“With Summer coming up, now is the perfect time to take the bus and go visit as much of North East Lincolnshire as you can.”

Matt Cranwell, Managing Director at Stagecoach East Midlands, added: "It is great to see these results that support the continuous development of our services in partnership with North East Lincolnshire Council.

“Our team takes great pride in providing services for the local community and so we are immensely proud that they have been acknowledged for providing one of the most improved bus services across Yorkshire and Humberside. "