BUS services in Oxford will be temporarily reduced in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Oxford Bus Company has announced it will adjust timetables from Monday, whilst seeking to maintain some services during peak hours to support people travelling to schools, hospitals, supermarkets and places of work.

However, many services will 'likely move to an enhanced Saturday or Sunday service during off-peak hours'.

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The revised timetables will be published before the end of the week.

Phil Southall, Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel managing director, said: "We are all living through an unprecedented crisis and as a group of companies we are focused on the welfare of our colleagues and customers, providing a relevant service, and preserving the future of the business.

"We are taking care of our colleagues' health and well-being by listening to their concerns and responding quickly, effectively and passionately."

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Extensive cleaning regimes and high levels of hygeine are in place.

Meanwhile, Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel are in constructive talks with union representatives regarding pay, leave and sick pay.

Oxford Bus Company said it will continue to monitor the situation constantly.

Public Health England has advised that public transport is the same as any other public space, and the current Government advice is that people are able to continue to use public transport if required.