Bus Operator Updates
- That the verbal updates presented by bus operators be noted,
especially in relation to the uncertainties regarding the Bus
Recovery Grant post April 2022, increase of anti-social behaviour
incidents, supply chain delays for parts such as glass windows, the
challenge of 112 days’ notice for proposed service changes,
the impact to service levels as a result
of driver shortages and the increasing levels of congestion
resulting in significant variations on journey times.
- That it be noted that on average bus operators were now
undertaking 97% of pre-covid mileage and recording patronage levels
of 82% compared to pre-covid levels.
- That it be noted that operators reported retrofitting and fleet
upgrading activity was on target, to ensure all vehicles were Euro
6 compliant as per the requirements for the Clean Air Zone by May
2022.
- That Members of the Committee be urged to write to the relevant
decision maker whether that be the Chair of the Transport Committee
and Mayor or Greater Manchester regarding significant issues and
where appropriate, propose a formal motion to their own Local
Authority for further support.
- That bus operators be invited to share details of travel
incentives or promotions with the Chair of the Committee so these
can be shared with Members and promoted further via their
networks.
- That it be noted that TravelSafe
events would be taking place in Media City (2 December) and Wigan
(8 December) should any Member or transport operator wish to be
engaged.
- That all operators be invited to submit their process for
reporting/dealing with anti-social behaviour incidents (via One
Bus) to the Chair of the GM Transport Committee to review with
colleagues at GMP and TfGM.