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Support
Southend Central Area Action Plan (SCAAP) - Revised Proposed Submission 2016
Representation ID: 2490
Received: 12/11/2016
Respondent: Mr David Batley
I fully approve of bus priority. Introducing bus lanes is the best way to improve frequency and reliability, and reduce the cost of fares.
I also support pro-cycling measures. Removing through-traffic from residential roads can create an excellent cycle route and improve the environment for residents.
I fully approve of bus priority. Introducing bus lanes is the best way to improve frequency and reliability, and reduce the cost of fares.
I also support pro-cycling measures. Removing through-traffic from residential roads can create an excellent cycle route and improve the environment for residents.
Comment
Southend Central Area Action Plan (SCAAP) - Revised Proposed Submission 2016
Representation ID: 2491
Received: 12/11/2016
Respondent: Mr David Batley
The council can be robust when discussing bus priority schemes with bus operators. As an estimate for the lower bound of bus company savings, a 5 minute saving during rush hour (2 hours per day in each direction) for 9 buses per hour along London Road would save a company GBP 17,000 per year on staff wages alone. (Plus capital costs and other employee costs),
The council can be robust when discussing bus priority schemes with bus operators. As an estimate for the lower bound of bus company savings, a 5 minute saving during rush hour (2 hours per day in each direction) for 9 buses per hour along London Road would save a company GBP 17,000 per year on staff wages alone. (Plus capital costs and other employee costs),