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• External Surveillance Cameras on Island's Buses 1 March 2013
  The Data Protection Supervisor served an enforcement notice on the Department of Community Culture and Leisure (DCCL) in November 2012 in respect of the use of external surveillance cameras on buses and compliance with the Data Protection Act 2002. [More]
• DCCL continues efforts to meet budget targets 19 February 2013
  SummaryA total of 12 managerial and admin posts have been removed saving £350,000 a year. [More]
• No Stranded Passengers 16 January 2013
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure has today confirmed that arrangements are in place to ensure that no passengers will be left stranded when bus drivers go on strike at 1pm on Thursday 17 January. [More]
• Bus Services will operate as normal on first day of new school term 2 January 2013
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure has confirmed that it has not received appropriate notification from Unite the Union to conduct further industrial action. [More]
• Bus Services will operate as normal at start of School Term 2 January 2013
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure has confirmed that it has not received appropriate notification from Unite the Union to conduct further industrial action. [More]
• DCCL confirm that buses, steam railway and MER will operate during bus driver strike 14 December 2012
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure can confirm that it has received formal notification from Unite the Union that their bus driving members have voted in favour of conducting industrial action and they have advised that the strike will begin on Thursday 20 December 2012 and last for 3 days. [More]
• Vehicle Testing Proposal 3 December 2012
  The Department of Infrastructure is considering whether or not to introduce additional vehicle roadworthiness testing. [More]
• Bus Services 11/12/1/2/21/21A/21B/4B/32A/33A 2 October 2012
  Released at 05: [More]
• Drainage Improvement Works Main Road, Sulby 22 August 2012
  Drainage improvement works are due to commence on the Main Road, Sulby, between the Ginger Hall and the Sulby Bridge. [More]
• Consultation on Revised Speed Limits for Buses 28 June 2012
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure (DCCL) has requested the Department of Infrastructure (DOI) to investigate the possibility of increasing the maximum speed limit for buses to 50 mph, subject to any general speed restrictions in force. [More]
• Weather Disruption to Bus Services 16 December 2011
  16th Decenber 2011 11. [More]
• Increased Night Owl buses during festive period 30 November 2011
  Bus Vannin will operate additional Night Owl buses during the festive period. [More]
• Special bus service to Royal Agricultural Show 8 August 2011
  Special buses will operate on Saturday (13 August) between Douglas, Ramsey, Peel, St John’s and Knockaloe to take people to the Royal Agricultural Show. [More]
• New Ramsey tram service for Sunset Dinners 4 August 2011
  Additional train and bus services have been launched to enable anyone from the north and west of the Island to enjoy the popular Sunset Dinners at the Snaefell Summit Hotel. [More]
• Official handover of 12 new Mercedes buses to DCCL 25 July 2011
  The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure, which is responsible for operating public transport on the Isle of Man, has unveiled the latest additions to the bus fleet. [More]
• First two new Mercedes buses arrive 17 June 2011
  The first two of 12 new additions to the Bus Vannin fleet have arrived. [More]
• Bus Services - 3rd January 4 January 2011
  Due to Bridge works the section of road between the Jurby East and Ballastien Corner Andreas will not be served, the diverted Route is Andreas Village, Summer Hill Road, to Sandygate. [More]
• Bus Services - 24th December 2010 - 10:05 update 24 December 2010
  Bus Vannin wishes to advise its customers that due to adverse weather conditions the diversions and curtailments listed below are currently in place, although there may also be delays due to slow moving traffic. [More]
• Bus Services - 23rd December 2010 - 9.45am update 23 December 2010
  Bus Vannin wishes to advise its customers that due to adverse weather conditions the diversions and curtailments listed below are currently in place, although there may also be delays due to slow moving traffic. [More]
• Bus Services - 22nd December 2010 22 December 2010
  Bus Vannin wishes to advise its customers that due to adverse weather conditions the diversions and curtailments listed below are currently in place, although there may also be delays due to slow moving traffic. [More]
• Bus Services - 21st December 21 December 2010
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• Bus Services - 20th December 20 December 2010
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• Bus Services - 19th December 19 December 2010
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• Bus Services - 18th December 18 December 2010
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• Bus Services- 17th December 17 December 2010
  Due to the weather conditions today we can advise that all bus services are now operating as normal with the following exceptions: [More]
• Bus Services Release Date: 08:00hrs 8th December 2010 8 December 2010
  Due to the weather conditions today we can advise that the following bus services are cancelled until further notice. [More]
• Bus Services released at 13:00 hrs 7 December 2010
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• Bus Services - Release Date: 7th December 2010 at 09:15am 7 December 2010
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• Bus Services - Release Date 7th December 2010 at 08:15am 7 December 2010
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• Bus Services Update at 10:45am 7 December 2010
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• Bus Services - 3rd December 3 December 2010
  Isle of Man Transport Bus Service at 12: [More]
• Bus Service Update - 06:00 hrs 28th November 2010 29 November 2010
  Due to the weather conditions today we can advise that buses serving the following areas are currently on diverted running, a further update will be provided Sunday 12: [More]
• Schools to re-open 29 November 2010
  THE Department of Education and Children wishes to advise that all schools, the Pre School Assessment Centre and Isle of Man College will be open on Tuesday 30 November as normal. [More]
• Bus Service update - 11.15am 26 November 2010
  Due to the weather conditions this morning we can advise that buses serving the following areas are currently not running, a further update will be provided at 14. [More]
• Consultation on Proposed Changes to HGV Regulations 21 September 2010
  The public’s views are sought on proposed changes to some of the regulations governing coaches, goods vehicles and articulated (bendi) buses. [More]
• New Bus Routes through Willaston Area 10 September 2010
  The Minister for Community Culture and Leisure has moved to correct suggestions that there will not be any buses to serve the Willaston estate on Sundays. [More]
• Changes to Isle of Man Transport Buses due to ongoing Road Works 9 August 2010
  Bus Departures from Douglas During Highway Works in Lord Street From 9th August, 2010 for up to 6 Days (Phase 3) With effect from 1300 on Monday 9th August bus services 1, 2, X2, 4, 4A, 4B, 9X, 14 and 21 will recommence departures from Stops A & B in Lord Street. [More]
• Manx Heritage Transport Festival 2 July 2010
  Isle of Man Railways are pleased to announce the annual Manx Heritage Transport Festival, five fully packed days of extra special services on the steam and electric railways, with additional film shows, tours and events providing something for everyone from Wednesday 28th July to Sunday 1st August 2010. [More]
• Public invited to have their say on Bus Network Review Consultation Document 1 February 2010
  The Department of Tourism and Leisure is currently conducting a review of the bus network on the Isle of Man aimed at delivering improved bus services and travel options. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information Updated 1400hrs Sunday 10th January 2010 10 January 2010
  As a result of the improvement in the weather conditions the Department is pleased to announce a resumption of normal bus services commencing with the first bus on Monday morning. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information updated 1500hrs Friday 8th January 2010 8 January 2010
  Last buses today, Friday 8th January, will depart from Douglas with the first journeys after 1800hrs, ie services 1, 3, 5A & 11S 1810, service 25S 1800, 21S & 26S 1815. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information - Thursday 7th January 7 January 2010
  Last buses today, Thursday 7th January, will depart from Douglas with the first journeys after 1800hrs, ie services 1, 3, 5A & 11S 1810, service 25S 1800, 21S & 26S 1815. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information 6 January 2010
  We are recommencing bus services around 1000hrs this morning, but in view of continuing difficulties with side roads we will be operating a modified network until 1800hrs this evening. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information as at 3pm 6 January 2010
  Last buses today, Wednesday 6th January, will depart from Douglas with the first journeys after 1800hrs, ie services 1, 3, 5 & 5A 1810, service 25S 1800 & 26S 1815. [More]
• New Year Bus Services Annouced 16 December 2009
  The Department of Tourism and Leisure is pleased to offer Island residents three New Year’s Day bus services. [More]
• Leyland Era Draws to a Close 27 July 2009
  The last of a long line of buses from the famous British manufacturer Leyland Motors will soon leave use on regular service journeys with the Island’s ‘Bus Vannin’ fleet, with the exception of a limited number of school services. [More]
• Bus Services Running As Normal 14 April 2009
  The Department of Tourism is Leisure is very disappointed that eight members of the Bus Inspectors and Depot Supervisor group have decided to instigate a one day strike. [More]
• Road Transport Licensing Committee 29 July 2008
  Nominations for MembershipThe Road Transport Licensing Committee is the licensing body for the operators and drivers of public passenger vehicles such as buses, taxis and private hire vehicles. [More]
• Road Transport Licensing Committee 20 January 2008
  Nominations for MembershipThe Road Transport Licensing Committee is the licensing body for the operators and drivers of public passenger vehicles such as buses, taxis and private hire vehicles. [More]
• Road Transport Licensing Committee 26 November 2007
  Nominations for MembershipThe Road Transport Licensing Committee is the licensing body for the operators and drivers of public passenger vehicles such as buses, taxis and private hire vehicles. [More]
• Road Transport Licensing Committee 25 July 2007
  Nominations for MembershipThe Road Transport Licensing Committee is the licensing body for the operators and drivers of public passenger vehicles such as buses, taxis and private hire vehicles. [More]
• Changes to Pulrose evening and early morning bus services 16 January 2007
  The Department of Tourism and Leisure has announced temporary changes to evening bus services to the Heather and Hazel Crescent areas of Pulrose. [More]
• Touring Theatre Company Visits Schools 14 November 2006
  BEHAVIOUR on buses comes under the spotlight when a visiting theatre company tours schools next week. [More]
• Bus fares rise 7 October 2005
  Cash fares on all bus services operated by Isle of Man Transport throughout the Isle of Man will increase from Sunday October 16. [More]
• North Quay Bus Stops Move 15 September 2005
  Two bus stops situated on North Quay Douglas are moving because of road works. [More]
• Special Bus for Friday 18 May 2005
  A special bus service (24A) will serve the north area of Douglas promenade on Friday 20 May 2005. [More]
• Bus Disruption Friday 20 May 2005 16 May 2005
  Security measures for the British-Irish Council Meeting will disrupt buses on Douglas promenade. [More]
• Summer Timetables 19 April 2004
  The new Isle of Man Bus & Railway Timetable is out today. [More]
• Troublemakers to be Banned 5 December 2003
  Bad behaviour on Isle of Man Transport buses will not be tolerated. [More]
• Passenger Views Sought 21 November 2003
  The Department of Tourism and Leisure is commissioning a passenger satisfaction survey on the buses next month. [More]
• New Buses for Island 21 November 2003
  Isle of Man Transport placed an order for six new easy access double deck buses. [More]
• Winter Bus Timetables 11 November 2003
  The Winter Bus and Rail timetable book is now available [More]
• New bus on trial 20 August 2003
  Bus passengers may have the opportunity of travelling on a bus from East Yorkshire from tomorrow. [More]
• Changes to Bus Services 15 August 2003
  Bus timetables have been altered to provide access to Noble’s Hospital at the Strang during road closures for Manx Grand Prix practices and races. [More]