BARTON Stacey residents will be able to take advantage of a new bus service running across the villages.

Starting this week, the New Hail and Ride Bus will run on a fixed route, three times a day, four days a week – Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

The new buses, run by Cango, can be flagged down along the route which means there are is no need to walk to the nearest bus stop.

The bright yellow buses – also run by Cango – which offer wheelchair spaces and have regular drivers will stay in place.