Issue - decisions

(i)  to approve the scheme in Appendix 1, subject to the calculations in recommendation (ii) below;

(ii)  to reimburse bus operators at a percentage rate plus an amount per generated journey, in accordance with the guidance given by the Department for Transport using their reimbursement calculator; and

(iii)  to delegate to the Director, Place following consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment and Transport to agree the final reimbursement rate for bus operators and to do anything necessary to secure participation in the Scheme including the service of Notices, including but not limited to Participation Notices, and the management/determination of Appeals either to the Council or the DfT as appropriate.