Decision details

To accept the Bus Grant funding from Department for Transport totalling £2,908,248 for 2025/26 and agree to submit the statutory required Delivery Plan outlining expenditure for the BSIP funding in 2025/26.

To maintain a good public bus service in North Lincolnshire to ensure accessibility and mobility for all residents, supporting wellbeing, promoting environmental sustainability, stimulating economic growth, enhancing road safety, and building public trust.

Previous BSIP funds have been successful in piloting new routes and providing an enhanced experience for users and has resulted in turning the curve on bus patronage.

The Bus Grant will allow continue growth and development of the bus network and infrastructure. There will be an improvement in the experience for users and continued growth in bus patronage.

There are no other options other than to decline the Bus grant which will result in loss of investment in the public transport infrastructure and network. Current services would be lost resulting in negative consequences for users. It would result in the discontinuation of some essential bus services that many residents currently rely on. Additionally, it would prevent the introduction of new bus services that could benefit the community. This lack of investment would likely lead to increased transportation challenges for residents, particularly those who depend on public transport for their daily commutes, errands, and other essential activities.