Who we are

We help a dynamic bus and coach industry to provide better journeys for all, creating greener communities and delivering economic growth. We do this by representing around 900 members from across the industry be they large or small, bus or coach, operator or supplier.

We use our influence to campaign for a supportive policy environment, give our members practical advice and support to run their businesses safely, compliantly and efficiently and bring the industry together to share ideas and best practice. We’re ambitious to make things better for passengers, inclusive in seeking out different perspectives and we’re always there when our members need us.

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What we do

We influence governments, provide technical & operational support, regional support & representation for our members, and commercial partnerships, all for the benefit of our members.

We are led by three central decision-making committees made up of elected regional and national representatives who direct CPT and set out the organisation's key policy objectives and asks of government.

Compliance Manual

Our online Compliance Manual is a comprehensive member only resource providing essential assistance to bus and coach operators in order to help them run their businesses in a safe and compliant manner.

The Manual is split into 16 easy to search chapters, each offering detailed information and advice on key issues, including: changes to legislation; the requirements that must be met in order to hold an operator (O) licence; bus registration obligations; the approval, inspection and maintenance of vehicles and engineering matters; driver and employment issues; health & safety responsibilities; advice for taking groups and vehicles abroad and much more.

The Compliance Manual is a dynamic document constantly updated to reflect any changes to legislation, regulations and guidance affecting operators.

News & releases

Latest industry developments

CPT responds to new study on bus retrofit technology

September 12 2024

CPT reacts to publication of a new independent study that aimed to assess the effectiveness and reliability of retrofitting technology used to reduce bus emissions, commissioned by the Joint Air Quality Unit (JAQU) and published today by the Department for Transport and Department for Environment and Rural Affairs.

CPT submits a representation in advance of the UK Government’s Budget

September 11 2024

On Tuesday (10 September), CPT submitted a representation in advance of the UK Government’s Budget which will be held on 30 October, highlighting the urgent clarity required on the national fare cap, and that funding streams must be maintained over the next financial year to enable the sector to maintain current service levels.

New research shows the huge economic impact of buses and highlights the value of public investment in local services

September 05 2024

New independent research commissioned by CPT from KPMG evaluates the scale and breadth of economic benefits delivered by local bus services to the British economy and highlights how investment in them by government offers excellent value-for-money

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Membership of CPT gives you full access to a wide range of exclusive membership benefits and services. Annual subscriptions are calculated based on operators' fleets and suppliers' work within the bus and coach industries.

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Latest news

Alternatives to the national fare cap

CPT launches manifestos for bus and coach

Benefits of CPT Membership

Purchase Waybills (Journey Forms)

Compliance Manual: run your business in a safe & compliant manner

CPT Scotland Annual Conference and Dinner takes place 9-10 September 2024

CPT launches The Economic Impact of Local Bus Services Report

CPT Conference and Annual Dinner 2025