This problem is a UK government area of research interest (ARI) that was originally posted at https://ari.org.uk/ by a UK government organisation to indicate that they are keen to see research related to this area.
Where have bus services been a success (either in the UK or internationally) and why were they successful? How is it related to history, socio-economic and demographic factors, alternative travel modes and financial and other incentives?
The improve transport for the user strategic priority is critical in ensuring the department delivers and maintains a transport system that meets the needs of the public and addresses what they care about most. It puts the needs and expectations of current and potential users (both passengers and freight customers) at the heart of the operation of the transport system and considers about end-to-end journeys, not just individual transport modes. It is focused on ensuring that our infrastructure and the services which use it meet the varied needs of businesses and the public, are attractive, affordable, sustainable, and resilient is a crucial goal for the department.
Contact details
bridgetoresearch@dft.gov.uk
Related UKRI Projects
- University of Surrey and Surrey County Council
- Demand-based Urban Bus Integrated with Rail And Health (DUBIRAH)
- Automated Bus Routing (ABR)
- Public Transport Integrated On-Line Booking & Scheduling
- Project Jaringan Hubungan Antara Pengagkutan
- DRT for DRT: Developing Relevant Tools for Demand Responsive Transport
- Real-time data-driven insights to drive sustainable travel & bus network resilience post-Covid-19
- TransitExplorer: a bus network analysis tool