Get on the bus in Biddulph

9:02am Sunday 11th May 2008

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VOLUNTARY and community groups in Biddulph have received a boost from a local coach firm.

The Staffordshire Moorlands Community Transport minibus is to be based in the town.

From this month Hollinshead Coaches has agreed to provide a garage for the 16-seat minibus.

The help has been welcomed by Sally Bentley, community transport officer for Staffordshire Moorlands Community and Voluntary Services (SMCVS).

"The opportunity to keep the bus in Biddulph means there will be no additional mileage include for the journeys from Leek," said Sally.

"This will be a real benefit to users, and we hope groups will use this new facility.

"The minibus is available for use by all voluntary and community groups in the local area."

SMCVS has a small team of volunteer minibus drivers, including local residents from the Biddulph area, who came forward following a recruitment day in Biddulph.

"The service is reliant on such volunteers to drive the minibus, so groups are asked to book one-off or regular usage in advance," said Sally.

To book the minibus, or for further details, ring SMCVS Community Transport on 01538-371544.