No confidence motion defeated

A motion of no confidence in an under-fire bus operator was defeated despite heavy criticism of its performance.

Cllr Caritas Charles brought the motion against FirstBus to North Somerset Council but members voted against it by 15 votes to 13.

There has been growing criticism of the operator after months of delays, cancellations, and a reduced timetable.

FirstBus has apologised and said it has been experiencing continuing issues with driver shortages and sickness.