Issue - decisions

RESOLVED: (i)         That Officers carry out preparation for a Punctuality Improvement Partnership (PIP) in advance of the Road Transport Bill’s passage through Parliament, to enable a strengthened PIP to be introduced in York in 2008, to be delivered through the existing voluntary QBP.

                        (ii)        That Officers present detailed proposals for a PIP to the Executive Member for Transport and Planning, following consultation with the QBP.

REASON:      To improve the efficiency and attractiveness of bus services, in particular by comparison to the private car, and to meet the expected more stringent requirements of the Traffic Commissioner in terms of improving punctuality.

                        (iii)       That the Council maintain and develop the Quality Bus Partnership.

REASON:      To ensure that the QBP continues to operate as a relevant and useful forum.