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Oxfordshire Council chose EP+ to improve buses faster and cheaper than franchising.
Oxfordshire County Council has approved the Enhanced Partnership Plus (EP+) model to improve bus services without the costs and delays of full franchising.
After evaluating options like public ownership and franchising—deemed impractical due to cost, timing, or the upcoming transition to a unitary authority by April 2028—the council chose EP+ as a faster, lower-risk alternative.
The approach strengthens existing partnerships with operators, enabling greater control over routes, fares, and network design.
Officials will develop the plan with public input, recognizing that solutions must account for the county’s varied geography and service history.
El Consejo de Oxfordshire eligió EP+ para mejorar los autobuses de forma más rápida y económica que la franquicia.