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About the Association

Become a Member

The UKCOA is the only trade association run by coach operators for coach operators.

Joining the UKCOA is easy. Membership rates range between £200 and £600 per year depending on the number of vehicles you operate and you will have access to the latest news and updates affecting your company, joining like minded members of the coach industry who want to provide the best possible service for their customers. For further information click here Become A Member

What We Do

We champion the interests of the coach industry, tackling key issues like PSVAR compliance, vehicle technology, driver recruitment, coach parking, and changes to legislation.

We engage with local and national government, and key transport stakeholders to ensure coaches are recognised as a vital, sustainable mode of transport.  The UKCOA provides a powerful collective voice and a strong network of industry professionals. Together, we are shaping the future of coaching.

Member Benefits

UKCOA members gain exclusive access to compliance updates, crisis control resources, and essential industry insights through our members-only page, keeping them informed and prepared for regulatory changes.

With regular meetings and newsletters, plus direct engagement with government officials, industry leaders, and key decision-makers, the UKCOA ensures your voice is heard, your concerns are addressed, and your business is supported in an ever-evolving industry.

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Blackwall Tunnel – weekend closures

  Contractors on behalf of TfL will be carrying out structural repairs of the Blackwall Tunnel Southbound Bore. As part of the traffic management, there will be Weekend Only Southbound Closures between 22:00 & 05:00 on the following dates. Friday 14th November 25 until Monday 17thNovember 25. Friday 21st November 25 until Tuesday 25thNovember 25. … Continue reading “Blackwall Tunnel – weekend closures”

Monday 17 November until 2027 A23 Streatham Hill

From Monday 17 November, lane restrictions affecting both directions of the A23 between the junction with Holmewood Road on Brixton Hill and the junction with B221 Sternhold Avenue on Streatham Hill will be updated and may lead to more significant delays in the area. For short journeys in the local area, consider walking or cycling … Continue reading “Monday 17 November until 2027 A23 Streatham Hill”

Bus Strikes – 14 & 15th, 17th to 19th, and 26th to 29th November 2025

Due to planned strike action, some bus routes in southwest, west and northwest London will be disrupted during the following times: From 05:00 on Friday 14 until 05:00 on Saturday 15 November From 05:00 on Monday 17 until 05:00 on Wednesday 19 November From 05:00 on Wednesday 26 until 05:00 on Saturday 29 November During … Continue reading “Bus Strikes – 14 & 15th, 17th to 19th, and 26th to 29th November 2025”

Friday 14th November to Thursday 1st January 2026 – Winter Wonderland

The Winter Wonderland will be open from Friday 14th November 2025 During this time, nearby Tube stations such as Hyde Park Corner, Green Park and Knightsbridge are expected to be extremely busy with customers arriving at and leaving the event. These stations may be closed or exit-only during busy times to prevent overcrowding. If you … Continue reading “Friday 14th November to Thursday 1st January 2026 – Winter Wonderland”

23 November 2025 – Kensington High Street, London W1

Due to the Run Italy event taking place on the above date, Kensington High Street will be closed eastbound between the times above to safely allow runners to participate. Although the closure is formally as per the times above, buses may be allowed through the cordon earlier

16 November 2025 – Kensington High Street, London W1,

  Due to works by OCU, Kensington High Street will be closed eastbound only between Campden Hill Road and Wrights Lane:

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