Local Transport Act 2008 (c. 26)

Part 4 E+W+S General provisions relating to passenger transport

Vehicles used under permits E+W+S

59 Relaxation of rules relating to community bus services E+W+S

(1) Section 22 of the TA 1985 (community bus permits) is amended as follows.

(2) In subsection (1), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “community bus service” (service must be provided by means of vehicle adapted to carry more than 8 but not more than 16 passengers) omit the words “but not more than sixteen”.

(3) Section 23 of the TA 1985 (further provisions with respect to community bus permits) is amended as follows.

(4) In subsection (2) (requirements) omit paragraph (a) (no payment for driver except expenses and loss of earnings).

(5) At the end of the section insert—

“(9) See also section 23A of this Act (power to limit permits under section 19 or 22 to 5 years).”.

Commencement Information

I1 S. 59 in force at 6.4.2009 by S.I. 2009/107, art. 4(1), Sch. 4 Pt. 1 (with Sch. 4 para. 1)