The UK government has announced nearly £1 billion in funding to implement ‘London-style’ bus services throughout England by 2025. This initiative, detailed by the Department for Transport, aims to allocate resources based on deprivation and population metrics rather than competition among areas. Key cities, including Leicester and the Isle of Wight, are set to benefit significantly, with local authorities able to enhance service frequency and introduce new routes. Transport Secretary Louise Haigh emphasized the funding’s potential to improve service reliability, especially in rural communities.