Motion by the Liberal Democrat Group Group:
Transport & Environment Committee; tabled 18th May 2023
Lothian Buses and changes to routes |
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Committee notes;
Committee recognises that current governance arrangements and legal requirements mean it is neither possible nor appropriate for ward councillors to have a direct role in deciding the routes and timetables provided by Lothian Buses. Nevertheless, Committee agrees: A. that Lothian Buses, as a company majority owned by the City of Edinburgh Council, it should be possible for local ward members to be consulted, engaged and briefed before significant changes to bus services are announced. B. that such engagement must always respect commercial sensitivity and confidentiality. C. that the Transport & Environment Convener should write to Lothian Buses to request a mechanism by which two-way communication with local councillors can be improved when route changes are being considered and in advance of final announcements being made. |