Runners and supporters heading to the Great South Run in Portsmouth on 19 and 20 October are being encouraged to leave their cars at home and take the bus.

First Wessex has announced network changes for its bus services in Dorset. Its winter season timetables, which are part of a twice-yearly network review, come into force on Sunday 20 October.

• Changes will come into force on Sunday 13 October
• Fare adjustments, new discount offers, and simplification of ticket options

First Beeline buses has announced network changes for its services in Berkshire. The changes, which are part of a twice-yearly network review, come into force on Sunday 6 October.

• First Kernow successful in its tender to operate Truro Park & Ride
• Three year contract will see First continue to provide the service for Cornwall Council