By KLTV Newsdesk –

New consultation aims to put families at the heart of a sustainable school travel strategy

Parents and carers across West Yorkshire are being urged to take part in a major new consultation that will influence how secondary school bus services operate in the future.

Launched today by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA), the seven-week engagement gives families the chance to shape a new sustainable travel strategy for secondary students across the region.

The consultation is open until 11 June, with any changes not expected to come into effect before September 2026.

Listening to Local Voices

Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, emphasised the importance of safe, reliable and affordable school travel in her call to action.

“It is vital that travel to school is safe, reliable and affordable for children and their parents,” said Mayor Brabin.

“We are committed to listening to our communities to learn more about what shapes their travel choices – including whether they walk, use public transport or car to get to school.

“We want to hear from you, particularly if you are a school student, or a parent or carer with a child in secondary school.”

Shaping a Sustainable Future

As part of the consultation, WYCA has published a brochure outlining several options under consideration, including the potential introduction of a new sustainable travel to school policy.

The initiative is part of the Authority’s wider efforts to ensure that the needs of families and students are at the core of future transport decisions.

By engaging the community now, officials hope to better understand the barriers and preferences shaping how young people travel to school.

Residents are encouraged to read the brochure and share their views before the 11 June deadline.