Public transport in Bristol is unreliable at the best of times but one potential solution to part of the problem could be the introduction of a smart card system. Similar to London’s Oyster Card, the system works by just touching your card against a sensor as you board any public transport, meaning you don’t have to fumble around for change in your pocket and passengers can more easily use a variety of transportation.

Pre-payment smart cards, which could be used on buses and trains around the city, have won cross-party support from the city’s council. Proponents of the concept say that it speeds up passenger entry, cuts delays and simplifies matters for locals and visitors alike but technical issues and the cost of introduction are still obstacles.