A Westminster Hall debate on UK bus #manufacturing was held on 27 January, led by MPs Jim Allister and Euan Stainbank. As of Q3 2025, 144,429 buses were licensed in the #UK, with 17% built domestically by Alexander Dennis, Wrightbus, and Switch. The sector relied on a broad supply chain, so even UK-built #buses often used imported components. Around 4,400 people worked for the three main manufacturers, while 53,000 were employed indirectly. Investment in UK bus manufacturing exceeded £180 million annually. Job security remained a concern, with potential closures and relocations affecting hundreds of roles. https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cdp-2026-0012/