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A First Bus double-decker emblazoned with the Pride colours and a message of community support promises to be a big attraction at the Essex Pride festival this weekend (Saturday 20 June).
First Bus in Essex has been a supporter of the region’s Pride celebrations for many years and the importance of the richness that comes from diversity and inclusivity across society is one that resonates strongly with the operator’s values.
Garry Ormes, Chair of Essex Pride, said: “We are very proud at Essex Pride to be partnering with First Bus.
Service 542 Norton Tower
Norton Tower terminus/Court Lane is closed from 7am till 6pm.
Diversion as follows:
From Gibbet Street onto Spring Hall Lane, Warley road, Gibbet Street.
Temporary Stop Closure, Routes E1, E2, 5, 9, and 11. The White Hart, Stoke Road, Gosport.
0930 Monday 22nd until 1530 Wednesday 24th June.
Temporary Stop Closure, Route 6. Salisbury Avenue, Essex Avenue, Slough.
Monday 22nd until Tuesday 23rd June Between 1600 – 0500.
Due to road works, the above stops will be closed on the date shown.
Passengers are advised to use the temporary stop provided by the works contractors.
This closure will affect the stops in both directions.
Various roads in Central Bristol and Broadmead will be closed between 10:00 and 14:00 on Saturday 11th July in order to facilitate this years Bristol Pride event.
Whilst these closures are in place the following diversions will apply.
Temporary Stop Closure, Routes 2 & 3. Blakemere Crescent, Portsmouth.
Tuesday 14th - Thursday 16th July
This bus stop will be closed to facilitate the fitting of a new bus shelter, the above stop will be closed on the date shown.
Passengers are advised to use alternative stops.
Due to an event at the Piece Hall, Union Street will be closed to traffic from 16:00.
501/X1 Services diverting via Portland Place Fountain Street, Cow Green and Broard Street to the Bus Startion.
This will be for the remainder of service.
Due to an accident on John Street, Rochdale.
590 services are diverting to reach Rochdale.
Services will likely face delays due to traffic congestion.
The following services are experiencing unexpected disruption on 17/06/2026 >>
B3 / 25
Due to the placement of temporary traffic lights on Whitmore Way - the following bus stop(s) are inaccessible and will not be served (between 10:00-14:30 only):
- The Hatherley (WESTBOUND)
The permit's end date is 19 June 14:30 BST.