CHAIRS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND URGENT BUSINESS
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Decision:
1. Delay to the removal of Pacer Trains by Arriva Rail North
a. That it be noted that a letter had been sent from the Chair of the Transport Committee to the Managing Director of Arriva Rail North in relation to the planned extension of use of the Pacer Trains, and that Chris Jackson had been invited to attend the meeting to address Members’ questions.
b. That it be noted that nine Pacer trains will remain in operation for a few extra weeks due to the delay in the manufacture of the new trains to replace this stock.
2. TfGM Customer Relations officer national award
a. That it be noted that Anthony Kelly, Customer Relations Officer at TfGM had been recognised for outstanding efforts in customer service and won a national frontline employee of the year award.
b. That it be noted that the Chair of the Transport Committee write a letter of congratulations to Anthony Kelly on behalf of the Committee.