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Transport Committee - Wednesday, 4th November, 2026 10.00 am
November 4, 2026 at 10:00 am Transport Committee View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
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The Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority met on Wednesday 4 November 2026. Key discussions included the prioritisation of the Capital Transport Programme, with several recommendations not meeting the committee's voting requirements. The Committee recommended the Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy for approval to the Combined Authority Board and noted updates to bus services, with delegated authority given for procurement.
Capital Transport Programme Prioritisation Framework
The Committee noted the independent prioritisation framework and assessment of schemes developed by Steer consultants. However, several recommendations to the Combined Authority Board regarding the assignment of Local Transport Grant – Capital allocation (Mayoral Transport Fund) and the targeting of Local Transport Grant – Revenue for feasibility studies did not meet the committee's voting requirements as set out in the constitution and were therefore not approved.
Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy
The Committee unanimously noted the update on the Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy (GCTS) and associated documents. They also unanimously recommended the GCTS to the Combined Authority Board for approval.
Bus Service Update
The Committee unanimously noted the updates to the bus network and the procurement of those services. They also recommended to the Combined Authority Board to delegate responsibility to the Assistant Director for Public Transport to procure De Minimis arrangements and new bus service contracts to implement proposals outlined in Sections 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4 of the report.
Bus Franchising Standards
Members provided feedback to be incorporated into the ongoing development of bus franchising standards. Key points raised included the importance of information provision, the aspiration for an all-electric fleet, the need for a cash payment option on all bus journeys, and the significance of effective monitoring and branding for service success.
Budget and Performance Report
The Committee noted the financial position of the Transport Division for the financial year 26/27 up to September 2026. Overall, the division was tracking £4.5 million behind budget, with this amount expected to slip into the next financial year. The primary reasons for this variance were identified as changes in project timelines for the Highway Maintenance and Pot-Off Fund, and awaiting invoices for Peterborough Station Quarter.
Exclusion of the Press and Public
It was resolved that the press and public be excluded from the meeting for the next report concerning exempt information under the Local Government Act 1972, as it contained exempt information. The report concerned the Tiger Pass 2027/28 reimbursement approach and scheme development.
Work Programme
The Transport Committee Work Programme was noted by the Committee.
The meeting concluded with the exclusion of the press and public to discuss exempt information.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Director's Highlight Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Council decided to approve recommendations on 04 November 2026. The committee noted the contents of the Director's Highlight Report.
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Work Programme
Recommendations ApprovedThe Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Council decided to note the Transport Committee Work Programme. This decision was made on 04 November 2026.
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Budget and Performance Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Council resolved to note the financial position of the Transport Division for the financial year 26/27 to September 2026 on 04 November 2026. The report detailed variances in both revenue and capital expenditure, with specific mention of reprofiling LEVI funding across three years and seeking approval to use programme underspend for Hostmoor Avenue with a two-year extension.
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Minutes of the previous meeting
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Transport Committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting on 4 November 2026. The committee also noted the Action Log.
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Exclusion of the Press and Public
Recommendations ApprovedCambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Transport Committee decided on 04 November 2026 to exclude the press and public. This was to allow discussion of a report containing exempt financial and business information.
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Bus Service Update
For DeterminationThe Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority resolved on 04 November 2026 to note updates to the bus network and procurement of those services. The committee recommended to the Combined Authority Board to delegate responsibility to the Assistant Director for Public Transport to procure De Minimis arrangements and new bus service contracts to implement proposals outlined in sections 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4.
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Tiger Pass 2027/28: Reimbursement Approach and Scheme Development
For DeterminationThe Transport Committee and Combined Authority Board decided to note emerging evidence for a fixed reimbursement pot for the Tiger Pass scheme in 2027/28. They also noted proposals for sponsorship and revenue growth opportunities, and short to medium-term options for physical cards, QR codes, an app, and digital-wallet credentials. The committee recommended the Board approve the reimbursement approach, negotiating strategy, and delegate authority to the Assistant Director of Public Transport to finalise scheme agreements, increase eligibility controls, and re-issue passes to prevent continued use after age 25.
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Capital Transport Programme - Prioritisation Framework
For DeterminationThe Transport Committee, Combined Authority Board decided on 04/11/2026 to note Steer consultants’ independent prioritisation framework and assessment of schemes. Recommendations B through G were defeated as they did not meet the Transport Committee’s voting requirements.
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Bus Franchising Standards
For DeterminationThe Transport Committee of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Council decided to note the performance of Tiger on Demand services and for members to provide feedback on the development of bus franchising standards. This decision was made on 04 November 2026.
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Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy
For DeterminationThe Transport Committee and Combined Authority Board decided to recommend the Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy for approval on 04 November 2026. The strategy aims to provide a strategic transport framework for Greater Cambridge to support new homes, jobs, and economic growth. It includes plans for investment in buses, active travel, travel hubs, traffic management, and the mass rapid transit network.
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