Issue - decisions

Forthcoming Changes to the Bus Network

16/03/2021 - Forthcoming Changes to the Bus Network

 

  1. That the changes to the commercial network and the proposals not to replace the de-registered commercial services as set out in Annex A be noted;

 

  1. That it be noted that in addition to the report, there had been a late notification received in relation to service 130 which was a commercial service run by D&G Buses which would now be extended Monday-Friday daytime to the Airport and Wythenshawe Hospital.

 

  1. That it be agreed that no action is taken in respect of changes or de-registered commercial services as set out in Annex A;

 

  1. That it be noted that there is no proposed action taken in respect of changes or de-registered commercial services as set out in Annex B; and

 

  1. That it be noted that the Bolton Metroshuttle service had been withdrawn following annual reviews of patronage levels.

 

  1. That TfGM would continue to review any impact of withdrawing the Local Link Service to Logistics North.

 

  1. That it be noted that there was a further commercial adjustment anticipated in the Bolton area, which would not result in any service reduction.  However, this would be consulted on with local members.

 

  1. That the proposed changes to general subsidised services set out in Annex C be approved.

 

  1. That a wider review of all demand responsive services be undertaken by TfGM in light of the recovery phases for the whole public transport network and reported back to the GM Transport Committee in due course.

 

  1. That the GM Transport Committee receive a report as to the planned communications campaign to encourage people back onto the public transport network at a timely opportunity.

 

  1. That the anticipated imminent publication of the Bus Strategy be noted and an update on future funding for the bus network be brought to a future meeting of the GM Transport Committee.

 

  1. That Member’s concerns regarding the lack of social distancing practice of school and college pupils at Bury Interchange be passed to TravelSafe officers.