PEOPLE are being urged to have their say on the future of bus travel in North Somerset at events this month.

Bus Forums are being held online on Monday, November 25, and in person in Clevedon on Wednesday, November 27.

North Somerset Council is inviting residents, businesses, councillors, and anyone interested in the future of local bus transport to join the forums, where they can tell bus operators and council teams about their bus travel experiences and what improvements or changes they’d like to see in the future.

Last year, feedback from residents who attended the Bus Forum led to Claverham and Cleeve having access to a bus service after previously being without for 18 months.

The X5 bus service was re-routed to serve the villages after the council listened to requests that were shared at the Bus Forum.

The upcoming events will provide a platform for community members to share their experiences, insights, and suggestions on bus services in the area, the council added.

Cllr Hannah Young, executive member for highways and transport, said: “We’re committed to making public transport more efficient and accessible for everyone. That is no easy task when resources are stretched but these forums are a great opportunity for residents to share their experiences and ideas directly with us and we work hard to find ways to improve our local public transport network where that is possible.

“Whether you rely on buses for your daily commute or use them occasionally, your input can make a real difference in shaping services that work for our community.

“We encourage everyone who has a view on local bus transport to come along and get involved.”

The online session runs from 6pm to 7.30pm on Monday, November 25, and tickets can be booked HERE.

An in-person session will run between 3.30pm and 5.30pm on Wednesday, November 27, at Clevedon Town Hall. Book tickets HERE.

Questions or queries can be emailed to bsip.engagement@n-somerset.gov.uk.