Controversy
From 2006-2009, Preston Bus had been experiencing competition from Stagecoach North West. Competition escalated into a bus war with Stagecoach offering lower fares on the busiest routes. The managing director of Preston Bus was concerned that Stagecoach could force his company out of business. Both companies have accused each other of unprofessional behaviour. However Stagecoach was forced by the authorities to suspend two of its drivers for throwing eggs at Preston buses. But in January 2009, Preston Bus was sold to Stagecoach Northwest, and the combination of Preston Bus and Stagecoach Preston Citi formed Stagecoach in Preston in March 2009.
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