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Evaluating Alternative Structures For the Bus Industry

1 November 1997
By Stuart Holder et al.

Deregulation of the UK bus industry outside of London has led to significant efficiency improvements but has failed to halt the long term decline in bus ridership. This report examines the likely effects of alternate approaches to regulation, including route franchising, area franchising and quality partnerships.