Bus operator's designer face coverings net £2,400 for NHS charity

Transdev started offering its 'All the Colours of Transdev' face coverings online and at its bus stations on Monday June 15 - the day Government instructions to wear face coverings when using public transport were introduced.

The colourful washable and reusable coverings quickly proved a big hit with customers in Yorkshire and Lancashire – so much so that extra supplies had to be ordered to keep pace with rapidly rising demand.

Transdev chief executive Alex Hornby presented a cheque for £2,475 to Harrogate District Hospital’s community and events fundraiser Georgia Hudson, representing NHS Charities Together - which supports NHS staff and volunteers caring for Covid-19 patients nationwide.

Alex said: “We’ve always set out to make our buses places people want to be seen, and the same unique touch of style we’ve become famous for went into the design of our ‘All the Colours of Transdev’ face coverings.

“Our customers tell us they really like the bright and stylish appearance of our face coverings, and that they can be washed and used again and again, which is much better for the environment than disposable masks.

"They also encourage all those who can to wear a face covering every time they travel with us, and as more and more people continue to come back to the bus, that’s good news for everyone.

“We’re delighted by the positive response from our customers, and thanks to their generosity in buying our face coverings, we’ve now been able to present the first cheque to NHS Charities Together, with more to come as sales of our coverings continue.”

NHS Charities Together Fundraising Officer Annabelle Davis said: "A huge thank you to the team at Transdev for their incredible fundraising.

"We are so grateful to everyone involved in the creation of these face coverings and would like to extend our thanks to each and every person who so kindly donated.

“Your donations continue to make a massive difference in supporting NHS charities across the UK, enabling them to go the extra mile for staff, volunteers, and patients during this difficult time."

The 'All the Colours of Transdev' face coverings are available online at: shop.transdevbus.co.uk for £4.50 each.

A bundle of five of the washable and reusable coverings is also available for £15 – with postage and packaging included in the price of both options.

They are also available at most bus stations.