1. Programme of diesel multiple
unit operation (Contd.)
(c) Passenger Traffic Plan
It was noted that the report of the Working Party had been
drafted and that the Chairman and Mr.Arkle would shortly consider this
having regard to the report on Electrification. Copies of the final
Passenger Traffic Plan to be sent to all members of the Diesel Trains
Committee.
2. Design of Units
(a) Diesel Fuel Additive
Noted that the views of the Research Department were being
obtained.
3. Allocation of units being built at Derby
and by Contractors
Revised schedule of allocation attached as Appendix "B".
701. RAIL BUSES FOR RURAL AREAS
1. Buckingham - Banbury Service
Noted that the proposal for the withdrawal of passenger
services on this line, for consideration by the East Midland Area
T.U.C.C., had been deferred to September 9th.
2. Bedford - Hitchin - Northampton Services
Noted report from D.T.S. showing that introduction of rail buses
had resulted in decreased costs and increased receipts, but the branches were
still far from remunerative.
Mr.Horner said his information showed that the lines were about
breaking even, and Mr.Jessop noted this for consideration when the proposal
for the withdrawal of the passanger service was being prepared.
702. SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
ARRANGEMENTS
Minutes of meeting of Sub-Committee held on
July 21st, 1959
