New bus bid

A NEW bus service which links Eastgate to the city centre could set an example for Stapleton.

Transpora group's new number 25 service, which also serves St Pauls and St Werburghs, launched in April.

Eastville councillor Marley Bennett says he hopes a similar service could be set up to serve Stapleton, which has been without any buses at all following the withdrawal of the 5 and Y4 bus services last October.

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of Bristol Waste, which has so far included vacuum cleaners, strimmers and household items such as clocks and weighing scales.

Kate added: "Anyone can come along, and take one or two items, either free or for a donation, and they can be PAT tested at the Centre.

"The team hope that future events will include sewing and darning workshops, and ‘fix it’ sessions.

"And there’s free hot drinks and biscuits while you wait!"

He submitted a question to cabinet councillor for transport Don Alexander at the city council's May 2 cabinet meeting, asking if funding could be found to support a new Stapleton service.

Cllr Bennett said: "Initially, WECA funding may be required, or one of the numerous Fishponds Road services could be re-routed to run through the neighbourhood."

Cllr Alexander was expected to give a written reply after the meeting.