In the 1980s and 1990s a series of changes saw the UK's bus operations go from mostly publicly owned, to mostly privately owned. In a series of privatisations, bus companies were flogged off. But in the intervening 25 years, what has actually happened is that the UK's bus market has come under the control of a handful of large companies.
So what actually happened to the UK's publicly owned bus operations?
Politics can causes heated arguments and divisions. When the pub trade is in a bad state and needs to attract as many people through the doors as possible, maybe pub landlords everywhere might be a bit better off being a bit more BBC?
“Wimbledon households contribute the greater part of council tax paid in Merton borough. In mayoral terms, this is taxation without representation.” says councillor Ron Scott.
What does your council's logo say about your area? After pondering this question whilst walking down the street, I decided to find out. In this final part, I review the six areas covered, and draw some conclusions
What does your council's logo say about your area? After pondering this question whilst walking down the street, I decided to find out. In part 6 I head to Edinburgh, capital of Scotland.
What does your council's logo say about your area? After pondering this question whilst walking down the street, I decided to find out. In part 5 I visit a whole island, and ask that very question.
What does your council's logo say about your area? After pondering this question whilst walking down the street, I decided to find out. In part 4, I look at the area I currently live in - the London Borough of Merton.
What does your council's logo say about your area? After pondering this question whilst walking down the street, I decided to find out. In part 3 it's time to head to the capital and Ealing.
