§ 58. Mr. C. Osborneasked the Minister of Transport what answer he has sent to the Lindsey County Council in reply to their letter to him of 8th November regarding the rapid withdrawal of public road transport facilities in the county, especially on the Horncastle to Louth route; and, in view of the fact that people living in the rural areas are vitally affected by these withdrawals, if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MarplesThe County Council has been informed that I have noted their58W representations; that any long term measures must await the report (which I expect soon) of the Committee on Rural Bus Services; that the Committee are aware of the general problem, of which Lindsey's difficulties are typical; and that I am glad to see the results of talks between the bus company and the Traffic Commissioners, which have led to continuance of a Horncastle—Louth bus service, though on a reduced basis.