Should the local authority take over our bus services?

Max Langer is running a campaign to improve bus services in Bristol and has sent the following information to TRESA:
The ‘Take Control of Bristol’s Buses’ campaign has so far garnered over 2300 signatures and much press coverage in support of a franchised bus system. You can find the petition here:
Under a franchised bus system, as is operated in London, the authority sets timetables, routes and fares and private companies bid to operate the service. You can find more information here: