Dorset’s Local Transport Plan, budgeted over £125 million until 2031, prioritizes road maintenance and includes £13 million for buses without revenue support in the final year. Councillors had mixed reactions, expressing concerns about rural connectivity and the limited focus on specific areas like West Dorset. Some welcomed plans for more frequent bus services, while others criticized the lack of equitable distribution of funds outside major towns. Key issues highlighted included inadequate bus funding, road congestion, and insufficient cycle routes. The plan will move forward for final approval by the council’s Cabinet and full Council.
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