Makes zero sense. Are you suggesting multiple operators should be running on the same routes because that's what it sounds like. There is no practicality or viability in having Bus Eireann, Go Ahead and say Transdev all running buses on the same route from Carrigaline to Cork for example.
Franchising of routes is going to happen - it has already started in Dublin already. EU directive.
The same sort of thinking from Brussels that broke up the ESB monopoly on power stations.
Contracts are awarded for periods (generally around 7 years) and the operators must meet the criteria laid down or they lose the franchise.
The unions in BE are slowly becoming aware of the implications. Within 5 to 6 years, nobody will care if they go on strike, or not.
The thinking that only the state can run a bus service is coming to a close. Not before time.
Franchising of routes is going to happen - it has already started in Dublin already. EU directive.
The same sort of thinking from Brussels that broke up the ESB monopoly on power stations.
Contracts are awarded for periods (generally around 7 years) and the operators must meet the criteria laid down or they lose the franchise.
The unions in BE are slowly becoming aware of the implications. Within 5 to 6 years, nobody will care if they go on strike, or not.
The thinking that only the state can run a bus service is coming to a close. Not before time.
The strike in Bus Éireann brought our city to its knees. It can never be allowed to happen again. We need to reduce the leverage the NBRU has over the city.
The strike caused a bit of disruption but people improvised and managed to get about.
The shops in the city would not agree with you.
The shops in the city would not agree with you.
