19.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.
DECISIONS
19.2 The Lead Member RESOLVED to (1) approve the Aims, Objectives and Proposals contained in the draft Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP); and
(2) delegate authority to the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport to finalise the BSIP, containing the approved Aims, Objectives and Proposals, for submission to the Department for Transport.
Reasons
19.3 The County Council mission as a local transport authority is to ensure that East Sussex residents and visitors enjoy the highest possible bus services that provide a frequent and comprehensive choice, reduce congestions and make a positive contribution to better air quality and decarbonisation. This mission is supported by our authority’s bus operators who will play a key role in delivery.
19.4 The East Sussex BSIP is a highly ambitious plan that seeks to stimulate and drive significant improvements to bus services across the local authority area and the wider region.