1. www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk Paul White Communications Manager Confederation of Passenger Transport UK – Scotland ‘Transport for Regional Growth’

2. Who are CPT? Government-recognised trade association for the bus and coach industries Offices in Edinburgh, Wales, London and English Regions Over 1,000 members in the UK CPT members operate over 90% of commercial mileage in Scotland Members range from the largest multi- national transport groups to the smallest family businesses www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk

3. What do we do? www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk Focus for consultation and input into national and international legislation Provide members with support in areas such as EU, national & local regulations, operational practices and engineering standards CPT seeks to protect the interests of its members by working to influence, inform and enhance partnership working

4. Bus Statistics www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk 2013/14ScotlandSEStran region Population5.2m1.5m Journeys425m166m Industry employees14,0004,800 Scottish Transport Statistics No.33 2014 edition

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15. The cost of providing a given level of service is determined by SPEED If bus speeds fall, you need More buses More drivers More fitters More fuel Each 1% change in speed = 0.8% change in costs Speed = Productivity

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18. Making bus better www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk C onsultation P riority T eamwork (partnership!) C onsultation P riority T eamwork (partnership!) (partnership!)

19. Challenges for the NTS refresh www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk Increasing sustainable economic growth and tackling inequality Contributing to the transition to a low carbon economy Making the most of scarce public resources

20. www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk The bus industry is a key employer and facilitates commuting and retail trips. Bus is a flexible solution that contributes across policy sectors The industry is committed to improving further. This is best achieved through partnership working. The NTS refresh is a timely opportunity to promote a joined-up approach to growing modal shift. This will be a catalyst for Regional Growth Conclusions

21. www.cpt-uk.org @cpt_uk Thank You Paul White Communications Manager, CPT Scotland paulw@cpt-uk.org.uk @PaulWhite_CPT Tel: 0131 260 5108