CLondoner92 (New Account)🏴🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.
This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.
After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.
Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/
Lothian's Driver of the Year 2026 - the results! - Lothian Buses
Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place on Wednesday 6 May at Ingliston, bringing together colleagues from across the business to compete for a chance to represent the business at the UK finals in September. New for this year, representatives from the emergency services joined us at the Royal Highland Centre. Scottish Fire…Continue reading →