The Go-Ahead Group plc provided earnings guidance for the year ending 27 June 2020. With the impact of COVID19 and support measures, overall group operating profit for the year ending 27 June 2020 is now expected to be in the range of £63 million to £75 million (£54 million to £66 million on a pre IFRS 16 basis).

In all of geographies material uncertainties remain around the easing of restrictions and the implications this will have on public transport usage. The quantum and duration of government support measures, particularly in regional bus business, also remains uncertain. Accordingly, the company not in a position to provide guidance in relation to the 2020/21 financial year or beyond at this stage.