"Even where we propose to share some local programming across Retain their own dedicated local programmes in the afternoon across In addition, a number of our larger stations will Not take into account the hours of sports programming that would beĪ BBC spokesperson said: "We are protecting all live local output fromĦ-2pm on weekdays as well as all sports programming across the week onĮvery station. Station could be reduced to 40 - pointing out that the calculation did More than 100 hours per week of local programming on every radio The BBC rejected an initial claim by the NUJ that the plans meant that It would mean the BBC produces 20 afternoon programmes across England Stations after 14:00 on weekdays and weekends. The plan is for more radio shows to be networked across several Journalists are concerned by proposed job losses prompted by 6th Nov 2023 Rail (RMT) RMT strike action starts tonight on Docklands Light Railway –īBC staff are being asked to re-apply for jobs - with 48 roles set to.7th Nov 2023 Stadler Rail (UNITE) Tyne and Wear Metro engineers prepare to take strike action for better pay –.7th Nov 2023 London Transit (UNITE) West London bus chaos as 350 drivers and engineers strike –.8th Nov 2023 First Bus Glasgow (UNITE) Over 1,200 First Glasgow drivers ‘emphatically’ back strike action –.8th Nov 2023 Rail (RMT) RMT update on national rail dispute with train operators –.9th Nov 2023 South Tyneside Refuse Workers (GMB) –.13th Nov 2023 First Bus Glasgow (UNITE) 150 First Bus engineers dispute across Greater Glasgow resolved after pay deal –.14th Nov 2023 Go North East (UNITE) Further Go North East talks fail to resolve pay dispute –.14th Nov 2023 Stagecoach East Midlands (RMT) Bus workers to take strike action on Stagecoach East Midlands –.24th Nov 2023 School Support Staff (UCU) Staff to strike at five North East colleges over low pay –.Its no surprise that other major UK provincial cities – such as Liverpool – are already following Nottingham’s lead”. ![]() NCC selected our ebuses after a comprehensive evaluation programme involving a variety of competitors demonstrating the strength of our proven technology. Handing over the buses at a ceremony in Nottingham today Frank Thorpe, BYD’s UK Country Manager, said: “Winning this order from Nottingham, which has one of the largest fleets of electric buses in the UK, is of huge significance to BYD. It is hoped that other bus operators and contractors within Nottingham will make use of this charging network and local expertise". ![]() ![]() It hasn’t been easy being an early adopter of such cutting-edge technology, but the partnership has now achieved a reliable electric bus network. One of the key objectives to this project was to drive down running costs so that subsidised services like Linkbus can be retained at times of severe budget restraints, which we have so far achieved”.Ĭouncillor McDonald added: "Nottingham is proud to be named a designated a Go Ultra Low City plus it is one of five UK cities with a commitment to introduce a Clean Air Zone with Euro 6 emission entry standards for buses by 2020. The buses for Nottingham City Council have a comprehensive service support package which includes training for drivers and maintenance engineers.Ĭouncillor Nick McDonald Portfolio Holder for Business, Growth and Transport at Nottingham City Council, said “These new buses are a welcome addition to our Link bus services, which ensure that local residents are provided with public transport to access vital medical and work links. The significance of the NCC order for BYD is that it is its first in the UK outside London (it has supplied Europe’s largest electric bus fleet to Go-Ahead Group on behalf of Transport for London). Operators have experienced considerable operating cost benefits thanks to the lower price of electricity versus diesel. BYD is the biggest producer of pure electric buses in the world and its 12m ebus has been trialled in more than 50 major European cities. In the multi million pound purchase contract, BYD is providing a five-year warranty on its proven power train components based on the company’s renowned Iron-Phosphate battery technology. NCC is working in partnership across Greater Nottingham to encourage all modes of transport - buses, taxis, trams, bikes and cars - to move onto a sustainable electric platform, with more power generated locally via waste incineration and PV panels. This builds on the existing fleet of 45 electric buses and expanding tram project within the city of Nottingham. The remaining funds of £2.1m have been raised via the NCC Workplace Parking Levy. The bus purchase has been facilitated by a £1.4m grant from the DfT Green Bus Fund. Nottingham City Council (NCC) in the UK today inaugurated its fleet of 13 BYD advanced pure electric 12m ebuses, along with associated charging equipment.
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