info@fife-elderly.org.uk 43 September 2013 14:58 Gray (lain), MSP Bus Bill Subject: Bus Consultation - feedback from Fife Elderly Forum We agree in principle community transport needs to be reviewed and that the quality control is strictly regulated, 4 Observations "Why are you comparing the cost of running a railway and a national bus service? Only comparison is that they are both public transport! ‘+ Would be beneficial to identify the cost per passenger pér mile from A-B on bus versus the cost per passenger per mile by train. + Buses will always be subsided due to the number of elderly, unemployed, sick and infirm. * A flat fee of £20 for the whole year? ‘+ Pethaps local town travel is free but a 50p charge ifthe retired older adult wished to travel further. % Improving community transport is vital as is the retention of the bus pass. An analysis of those requiring the bus pass. ° Separate standards Incorporate a bus service with a town service and divide Into ateas, For example the current Glenrothes to Ninewells, via Ladybank is @ good service. It should however include Freuchie. * A demographic study of Scotland be carrled out. Calculate bus stops, passengers, diesel, As a matter of Interest could community bus operators be allowed re-bated fuel for these journeys? Why not national/European tender? John McKendrick Co-ordinator Fife Elderly Forum Executive Office 1-2 Fraser Buildings Millie Street Kirkcaldy KY4 2NL(01592) 643743 ‘Scottish Charity Number $C022596 ‘The umbrella organisation for all Elderly Fora and User Panels in Fife. This message may contain confidential and privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient please accept our apologies. Please do not disclose, copy or distribute information in this e-mall or take any action in reliance on its contents; to do so is strictly prohibited and may be unlawiul, Please inform us that this message has gone astray before deleting it. Thank you for your co-operation