Ulster Unionist Councillor Mark McKinty has welcomed confirmation that none of Larne's bus services will fall foul of Translink's current review of service provision.
After speaking with Translink staff, the Larne Lough Councillor said: "I am pleased that none of the Larne bus routes have been highlighted for review or removal under the current proposals. Some services in the neighbouring towns of Carrickfergus and Ballyclare will potentially be affected, but Larne's routes are safe in the meantime".
"I recognise that we would like to see improvements and minor amendments to local services, however news that we won't lose any services in the foreseeable future gives us a solid base on which to build and lobby for additions."
He concluded: "Local Translink staff have a good knowledge of needs in this area and are open to suggestions regarding improved services. Indeed, additional routes have been launched in the last number of months, particularly serving the Larne West estates. I have been particularly vocal in urging Translink to better connect bus and rail services in Larne in order to make choosing public transport a better, more affordable option for the public".
Note: Routes under consideration and the relevant options to respond are available at http://www.translink.co.uk/servicechanges
After speaking with Translink staff, the Larne Lough Councillor said: "I am pleased that none of the Larne bus routes have been highlighted for review or removal under the current proposals. Some services in the neighbouring towns of Carrickfergus and Ballyclare will potentially be affected, but Larne's routes are safe in the meantime".
"I recognise that we would like to see improvements and minor amendments to local services, however news that we won't lose any services in the foreseeable future gives us a solid base on which to build and lobby for additions."
He concluded: "Local Translink staff have a good knowledge of needs in this area and are open to suggestions regarding improved services. Indeed, additional routes have been launched in the last number of months, particularly serving the Larne West estates. I have been particularly vocal in urging Translink to better connect bus and rail services in Larne in order to make choosing public transport a better, more affordable option for the public".
Note: Routes under consideration and the relevant options to respond are available at http://www.translink.co.uk/servicechanges
