(i) To approve the scheme in appendix 1, including the method and payment arrangements for reimbursement subject to finalisation of 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 (DfT) using their reimbursement calculator;
(iii) To delegate authority to the Executive Director of Economic Development, in consultation with the Executive Director of Corporate Services and the Head of Finance, following consultation with the Cabinet Members for Environment and Transport and Resources, to make any necessary variations or changes to the scheme arising from the outstanding appeal and any revised guidance issued by DfT and to take any action necessary to give effect to the recommendations including but not limited to the service of statutory Notices (including Variation and Participation Notices if required) and participation in and determination of any appeal against the proposed Concessionary Fares Scheme or reimbursement arrangements for 2012/13.