HC Deb 29 July 1959 vol 610 cc65-6W
36. Mr. Watkins

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation how many applications have been received by the South Wales Licensing Authority for the reduction of omnibus services in rural districts; how many were allowed; how many services have been cancelled; and whether he will indicate the number of new services which have been authorised during the last two years.

Mr. Nugent

In the period 1st September, 1957, to 30th June, 1959, 46 applications for reductions of bus services in rural areas were received, of which 45 were granted. Sixteen services were withdrawn and eight new services were put on.