Forthcoming Changes to the Bus Network
- 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;
- 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.
- That it be agreed
that no action is taken in respect of changes or de-registered
commercial services as set out in Annex A;
- 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
- That it be noted that
the Bolton Metroshuttle service had been withdrawn following annual
reviews of patronage levels.
- That TfGM would
continue to review any impact of withdrawing the Local Link Service
to Logistics North.
- 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.
- That the proposed
changes to general subsidised services set out in Annex C be
approved.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- That Member’s
concerns regarding the lack of social distancing practice of school
and college pupils at Bury Interchange be passed to TravelSafe
officers.