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Improvement in UK urban air quality by end of 2025 from electric buses?
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Air quality reports from the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
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UK Government Announces £500 Million Investment in 1,200 Electric Buses, Creating 2,500 Jobs
Oct 8, 2024, 01:04 PM
The UK Government has announced a significant investment of £500 million from The Go Ahead Group to enhance the country's bus services. This investment will fund the production of 1,200 UK-made zero-emission electric buses. The initiative aims to improve air quality, provide better journeys for passengers, and support economic growth. Additionally, it is expected to create 2,500 jobs in the sector. The Transport Secretary and various MPs, including those from Labour, have welcomed this move, highlighting its potential to drive economic growth and contribute to cleaner air. The announcement was made during a visit to Oxford, where bus operators and manufacturers were met.
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