Bus cuts in the west country
Drastic changes are being made to bus services in the region after a cut in the subsidy from the Government.
Drastic changes are being made to bus services in the region after a cut in the subsidy from the Government.
ITV West Country has learned that drastic cuts are to be made in bus services in Cornwall.
One of the main bus operators, Western Greyhound, is closing its depot in Penzance, which will mean fewer routes in west Penwith.
It's understood 12 drivers will also lose their jobs.
Services provided by First Western and smaller operators are also likely to be cut.
Cornwall Council says a cut in its subsidy from the Government means it can't afford to pay the operators to run some routes.
The creative industries across Bristol and Bath have received £46 million to create 'new experiences and boost productivity.'
A service in Plymouth run by the NSPCC, which helps prevents online child sexual abuse, is expanding.
Bristol Water is urging people to stay safe and not swim in the water at spots like Chew Valley or Cheddar Lake this weekend.