Keighley councillor Keith Dredge has been chosen to lead the county’s bus travel watchdog.

He has pledged to “bang the drum” for Keighley as he chairs the bus scrutiny committee of the West Yorkshire Integrated Transport Authority.

Coun Dredge, who represents Keighley West ward on Bradford Council, travels regularly on buses and chats with fellow passengers about local issues.

Coun Dredge said his regular journeys gave him an insight into problems faced by bus users both locally and across the county.

He said: “We’re listening to what people have to say. I also find it useful to meet councillors from other authorities.

“I'm more than glad to hear from people about their bus issues.”

Coun Dredge can be contacted on 01535 690734 or keith.dredge@bradford.gov.uk