East Coast Buses driver is best in UK!

Thomas Gilhooley of East Coast Buses (part of Lothian Group) crowned UK Bus Driver of the Year

Lothian is delighted that Thomas Gilhooley, from our East Coast Buses driving team, was crowned UK Bus Driver of the Year at the national finals in Blackpool on Sunday 1 September.

As well as the title of the UK’s best Bus Driver for 2024, Thomas also picked up the Coventry Trophy, the Road Operators Safety Council (ROSCO) Award, the Unite Trophy and the John Boxall Medallion.

By way of his victory, Thomas was also the highest placed competitor from an ALBUM member and highest placed competitor from a depot in Scotland.

Representing Lothian in Blackpool was Thomas Gilhooley (East Coast Buses), John O’Hara (Longstone) and Harvey Stroud (Lothian Country).

Willie Hamilton, Operations Director for Lothian said: “We are thrilled that Thomas has been named the Overall Winner of the UK Bus Driver of the Year event.

“The standard across the weekend was extremely high and our three representatives once again displayed the skill and professionalism our drivers are known for throughout the industry.

“On behalf of everyone at Lothian, congratulations to Thomas  on his victory and thank to you Thomas, John and Harvey for showing the rest of the UK what Lothian does best.”