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On Route Radio

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Welcome to 'On Route Radio' from Brighton and Hove Buses, where every month you can put questions and suggestions to Managing Director, Roger French. Hear about great days out by bus and luxury coach, plus regular news updates to ensure you're always first to hear about service improvements.
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Episodes

On Route Extra - January 2015

Sean Bolger presents the January edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Jan 01, 201517 min

On Route Extra - December 2014

Sean Bolger presents the December edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Dec 04, 201419 min

On Route Extra - November 2014

Sean Bolger presents the November edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Oct 31, 201422 min

On Route Extra - October 2014

Sean Bolger presents the October edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Oct 01, 201421 min

On Route Extra - September 2014

Sean Bolger presents the September edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Aug 31, 201420 min

On Route Extra - August 2014

Sean Bolger presents the August edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Aug 01, 201418 min

On Route Extra - July 2014

Sean Bolger presents the July edition of our online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Jul 02, 201429 min

On Route Extra - June 2014

Sean Bolger presents the June edition of our brand new online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city.

Jun 01, 201423 min

On Route Extra - May 2014

Sean Bolger presents the first edition of our brand new online radio magazine show - On Route Extra. Each month we will bring you the very latest from Brighton & Hove Buses with news, views, comment and information about the bus services and how they affect you. There'll be a chance to put your questions to our top people, plus some ideas about how you can get the most from your local bus service. This is essential listening for our city!

May 06, 201423 min

Ask Martin: April 2014

The Summer Bus Times bring many improvements to services including a brand new way to save with the launch of the M Ticket Duo. Also this month some Easter ideas for the whole family and more of your questions to the man in charge of the city's buses.

Apr 01, 201431 min

Ask Martin: March 2014

This month all you need to know about the Summer Bus Times and the new approach to consultation on future bus service changes. Plus, how would you like to sit behind the wheel of a bus and help make the city's streets safe, we tell you how.

Mar 02, 201428 min

Ask Martin: February 2014

A new bus service is proposed for the Queens Park area from April, we find out what the changes will mean. We hear about the latest M Ticket for two and hold on tight as conductors return with open top buses for the Summer.

Feb 03, 201420 min

Ask Martin: January 2014

Listen out if you are a Seagulls fan as you could win some tickets! We have news of the plans to extend the 20mph city speed limit, why the new Lewes Rd Bus Lanes have been deemed a success plus your questions answered as always.

Jan 02, 2014

Ask Martin: December 2013

With buses running every few minutes to all parts of the city assisted by network of dedicated bus lanes we find out why there's no need to queue for car parks this Christmas. We also find out how easy it is to pay before boarding and get a real bargain.

Dec 04, 201322 min

Ask Martin: November 2013

The city's buses are set to get even greener thanks to a government grant to help tackle air pollution, we have news of faster online Top-Up times for the KEY Smartcard and it's fingers crossed for a top prize at this years UK Bus Awards

Nov 08, 2013

Ask Martin: October 2013

This month we take a look at the Government's new initiative to help young people get the best from bus travel, we have an update on plans to introduce advertising on the buses plus there's help with this years Christmas shopping.

Oct 01, 201328 min

Ask Martin: September 2013

The Winter Bus Times from September 15th see many improvements to services, it's back to school with a Fare Deal for parents and a look ahead to Christmas with an experiment to keep the queues down and the buses moving.

Sep 02, 201332 min

Ask Martin: August 2013

This month the City Council's low emission plans and what it means for bus passengers, we look ahead to the new Bus Times from September and the government's Passenger Focus watchdog gives the city another great set of results.

Aug 02, 201331 min

Our World: The Customer Unit

The customer unit is the hub of the company here to answer your calls seven days a week dealing with all your queries, problems and compliments. We went down to Bus HQ in Hove to meet up with some of them and find out more.

Jul 17, 20139 min

Our World: 1 Stop Travel

Our new 1 Stop Travel Shop in North Street, Brighton is the place to go for all your ticket requirements, information, travel enquiries and excursion bookings and much more besides. We caught up with some of the staff to find out more.

Jul 17, 20136 min

Ask Martin: July 2013

The latest figures show passenger numbers have doubled in the last 20 years, more brand new buses make travel even more comfortable and Brighton and Hove teams up with Sussex Police for this years UK Bus Awards. Plus more questions for MD Martin Harris.

Jul 01, 201330 min

Ask Martin: June 2013

This month sees a brand new SAVER for families travelling together with the M TICKET, the Government's Better Bus Areas scheme comes to Edward St and Eastern Rd and there's more of your questions to the Managing Director of Brighton and Hove Buses.

Jun 03, 201327 min

Ask Martin: May 2013

The best value bus tickets are now available for instant travel on all routes, all you need is a phone in your pocket. Also this month it's all aboard for the Brighton Festival and we put more of your questions to the man in charge of the city's buses.

May 03, 201325 min

Ask Martin: April 2013

No stranger to Brighton Martin Harris returns to steer the city's buses into the future, what will that future look like? Also this month the Key Smartcard gets you on the bus, into the car and on your bike. Plus your questions for the new man at the top.

Apr 10, 201325 min

Secret Sussex: Seaford 4

Away from the antique shops we make our way from the old part of Seaford to the High Street with its familiar shops and modern facade. With the help of Dr Geoffrey Mead, we manage to avoid clink and discover more of Secret Sussex.

Jan 10, 20137 min

Secret Sussex: Seaford 2

We step off the number 12 bus and into the 1860's at Seaford Station, we take a stroll through the modern shopping area and then back into the past once again as we join local historian Dr Geoffrey Mead in the tranquillity of St Leonard's Church.

Jan 10, 20138 min

Secret Sussex: Seaford 1

If you're looking for a quiet beach or an undisturbed walk Seaford has the answer just moments from the bus. Dr Geoffrey Mead takes us on a stroll towards the Anglo Saxon settlement of Bishopstone and fills in the historical gaps along the way.

Dec 14, 20124 min

Secret Sussex: Seaford 3

The once industrial centre between Newhaven and Seaford is today almost invisible but if you get off the bus you can step back in time. Dr. Geoffrey Mead gives us a flavour of Tide Mills and the people who've not been gone that long.

Nov 26, 201210 min

Secret Sussex: Newhaven 3

A church name gives a big clue to the origins of Newhaven, but is it really true that this thriving port was created by a great storm in the 1500's and how did Denton become an island?

Oct 23, 201212 min

Secret Sussex: Newhaven 2

A walk along the West Quay takes you past Newhaven's working fishing area, still thriving and a link with the past in what nearly became a yuppie village. Keep walking and you arrive at Newhaven Fort, where Dr. Geoffrey Mead reveals more of Secret Sussex

Oct 22, 201212 min
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