A Bill to limit bus drivers on local routes to driving for no more than 56 hours in any one week and 90 hours in any two consecutive weeks; and for connected purposes.
The Bus Drivers (Working Hours on Local Routes) Bill would cap how many hours bus drivers on local routes can drive. It sets a maximum of 56 driving hours in any one week and 90 driving hours in two consecutive weeks, with the aim of improving safety and driver welfare. The Bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons and is sponsored by Matt Western of Labour (Co-op).
The Bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it clears this stage, it would proceed to committee stage for detailed examination.
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