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Buses are a lifeline for many communities in the UK, but services are under threat because patronage has declined. This first episode of our podcast discusses the innovative solutions needed to solve these problems.

How we delivered a competitive procurement that secured new operators for three of TfL’s networks who would provide value for money to passengers and taxpayers.

Over successive administrations, the absence of a consistent and coordinated set of policies has constrained, delayed and/or prevented sustained investment in critical growth areas. This inconsistency has left public services and national priorities to drift, and in some cases, regress.

How can giving local authorities greater fiscal autonomy complement the Government's devolution agenda? Our report discusses the potential impacts.

100 Annual Auditors' Reports (AARs) by Grant Thornton for local government bodies in England, covering the 2023/24 audit year

Explore how a modal shift to buses can drive a sustainable, inclusive future for UK public transport through innovation, investment, and policy reform.

The Spending Review is a shift in the size and scope of the state. Understanding the budgets and targets is key for meeting the new expectations.

By embracing devolution local authorities can improve strategic planning and build place-based infrastructure that meets communities needs.

Explore the barriers and solutions to Labour's 2030 petrol and diesel phase-out, and strategies to expand the uptake of electric vehicles.

Explore how the UK Government’s Infrastructure Strategy aims to attract private investment and improve funding mechanisms for public and private sector projects. Gain insights from industry leaders on overcoming funding challenges and ensuring successful delivery.

Our Missions Index measures local performance on Labour Government's key goals, highlighting regional disparities and investment needs.

Grant Thornton's reflections following attendance at this year's Labour party conference

Public services are not meeting public expectations or needs. Our team explore the challenge ahead for the UK Government

We explore the benefits of devolution and how this often slow and inconsistent process can be improved.

This deep-dive explores the immediate transport priorities for the new Government and their practical implications

Transformation of the NHS will take time and radical thinking. We explore this and immediate issues facing health care