C.1.E. Experiment in Freedom of Choice
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FOR an experimental period of about six months from November 27, members of the public served by the Claremorris and Ballinrobe system of Coras lompair Eireann will,be able to choose between road and rail transport, thus helping to decide future policy. Passenger fares and goods rates will be the same as at present ruling on the railway. Consignors may choose whether they send goods by road or rail, but where no preference is expressed. C.1.E. will forward by which ever means is most suitable.
C.I.E. will be involved in extra expense during the time the experiment continues, but it is hoped that the details so made available will prove a guide not only to the particular case but also to branch-line requirements in general.
GENERAL RUSSELL ADDRESSES TRANSPORT MANAGERS
AS an experiment, the London area of the Transport Managers' Club is replacing its monthly luncheons by evening meetings, the first being held last Monday, with Mr. C. Clark in the chair. He was supported by the national presiderd, Mr. H. Dutfield, and Mr. W. Foster. The guest of honour was Major-General G. N. Russell.
Mr. Duffield mentioned that the Club was growing all over the country.
General Russell said his remarks must be non-political. He and his officials had to run road haulage to the best of their ablity. He regretted any impugning of the integrity of his officers, who had his full confidence. They were trying to implement an Act. He emphasized the advantages of centralized main workshops. Smaller units should get rid of their major repairs to these, and not attempt overhauls.
PUS CREWS FORM NEW UNION DREAKING away from the recogV nized unions, 2,000 drivers and conductors employed by Hants and Dorset Motor Services, Ltd., last month formed a National Busworkers' Association. The management of the concern has discussed recognition of the new Union, but no statement has yet been issued.