TWO bus firms that operate in Bradford district will give free travel to armed forces members, veterans and cadets on Saturday.

The First Bus and Transdev offers - to support Armed Forces Day - are open to those in uniform or with identification cards.

Paul Turner, head of commercial for First, said: “We’re proud to support Armed Forces Day, which is a very special occasion for many people who want to remember family, friends and others who have been lost in military service. As a committed supporter of the communities we serve, we want to make it as easy as possible for people to attend local events with this special offer on Saturday.”

Alex Hornby, CEO at Transdev, said: “We’re delighted to show our support for our armed forces. All of us at Transdev are keen to show how much we value what our service men and women do for our country.”