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The Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) is a discretionary grant paid to eligible transport operators to help them recover some of their fuel costs.
This guidance contains information on how community transport operators can apply, the conditions for eligibility and current rates.
Complete and return the application form with any relevant supporting documentation to bsog@dft.gov.uk.
Alternatively, send it by post to:
Bus Service Operators Grant Team Department for Transport 3rd Floor One Priory Square Hastings TN34 3EA
Published 23 September 2019 Last updated 23 October 2023 +show all updates
Updated to reflect that for claims from 1 July 2023 to 31 March 2025, a 60% uplift will be applied to BSOG claims from Community Transport Operators operating services under a section 19 permit.
ZEB claims information, including ZEB claims from 1 April 2023, added.
Updated to reflect the eligibility requirements for the new zero emission bus incentive, which operators will be eligible to claim for from 1 April 2022.
