Shropshire is set to receive more than £26 million in funding over the next five years to enhance local bus services.

The Government has announced its local authority bus grant (LABG) allocations, aimed at providing passengers with lower fares, more frequent and reliable services, and safer journeys.

Shropshire Council will receive £8,758,950 in LABG revenue funding up to 2029, alongside £5,871,053 in capital funding up to 2030. Telford & Wrekin Council will receive £5,047,995 in revenue funding and £6,784,510 in capital funding.

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Revenue funding is intended to cover day-to-day operational expenses and running costs, while capi

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