School transport overhaul will see a further 100,000 pupil spaces open up

Big population rise driving need for historic reforms

14 pilot schemes currently being evaluated for the biggest overhaul of the school bus programme ever

Ralph Riegel

The Government is evaluating 14 ­special pilot projects before sanctioning the biggest overhaul of the School Transport Scheme (STS) since 1967.

Co-ordinated school opening times, a more flexible school bus fleet, sustainable transport alternatives and better integration of public transport with the school bus service are being considered.