Stagecoach are appealing to customers across the North East and Highlands of Scotland to comment on new bus timetable proposals to commence 5th May 2014.
Stagecoach Bluebird and Stagecoach in the Highlands have carried out extensive monitoring of the routes within the network of services, particularly during peak time traffic and have been working on changes to the routes to improve reliability.
The company have put together proposed services for the network and are now asking customers to have a look at the proposals and share their thoughts, whether in support of the revisions or any concerns accordingly.
Steve Walker, Managing Director, Stagecoach North Scotland said: “Our monitoring has shown that some of the routes in this area would benefit from these proposed timetable changes to increase journey reliability above all else, so it’s important we get these changes right.
“Our commercial team have put together proposed timetables which we believe will improve our service offerings, all within a realistic level of service provision relative to the demand we see in certain areas. We’re asking our customers and indeed prospective customers to let us know what they think, so we can take any comments. The proposed timetables are an outline with the details of the changes available to view at website: www.stagecoachbus.com/HIghlands and Bluebird timetable review.aspx
Customers can view the draft timetables, emailing comments directly to Stagecoach for consideration at bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com or highland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com Stagecoach ask emails have the subject line of ‘Timetable Consultations’ to ensure all comments are considered.
In addition, the company are holding eleven consultation events in the area, inviting customers to come along, to view the timetables and speak to local staffts on board and make any amendments where possible.”
Your nearest meeting is on Monday 17th February 2014 from 1700-1900hrs in Ashdale Hall, Westhill
At the events customers will be able to pass on their feedback and gain answers to any questions regarding the proposed schedules.
Mr Walker added: “It’s always difficult to please everyone with network changes such as these, so we want to be able to explain the proposed changes and the benefits it can bring to certain areas, particularly where services will be altered – we hope the events will be well attended by bus passengers.”
Overall the draft timetables should deliver improved reliability across the network and will improved services across the region, as well as faster journey times and more direct routes on many journeys.
The proposed timetables are now available to view at www.stagecoachbus.com/bluebird and www.stagecoachbus.com/highlands, any comments can be sent to bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com or highland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com .