New hospital bus link introduced

NHS staff have passes to access barrier controlled parking spaces

A new hospital bus service has been launched in Plymouth, Devon, as part of a £750,000 package of improvements at a park and ride site.

The service will run between the George Park and Ride, Roborough and Derriford Hospital every seven minutes during peak morning and afternoon times.

Buses will operate every 20 minutes throughout the rest of the day.

The number 60 bus link, operated by Target Travel, can be used by hospital staff, patients and visitors.

'Hassle-free travel'

Plymouth City Council has also extended the car park at the Roborough site to provide 250 dedicated spaces for NHS staff, with barrier access opened using special passes.

Councillor Kevin Wigens said the new service had been set up in response to public demand.

"This will provide a hassle-free way for staff and visitors travelling by car to get to and from the hospital, helping to reduce congestion around the site and alleviating some of the pressure on its car parks," he said.

The return fare is £1.20.