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Local authorities often lack the allocated budget to support non-commercial services, resulting in the loss of vital transport links.

This report examines the current state of bus service provision, focusing on the emergence of "transport deserts" in rural areas and the need for strategic government intervention. It highlights the misalignment between local transport authority (LTA) budgets and the growing need for sustainable, reliable public transport to meet net-zero targets. 123414

"Transport deserts" are becoming more prevalent in rural areas due to the lack of mandated service provision. Local authorities often lack the allocated budget to