Torode, Roger

Privatising London's Buses

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ISBN 13:: 9781854143945
author:: Torode, Roger
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Capital Transport Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 213
Dimensions:: 27.3 x 25.6 centimetres
Genre:: Nonfiction, Transport, Public Transportation,
Condition:: New
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The Privatisation of London's Buses By Roger Torode Capital Transport Publishing, 2015 213 pages, hardcover This book tells the story of how London's bus service came to be run by private companies. It is a tale of political change and deregulation, which had far-reaching consequences for the city's transport network. The author explores the key events that led to this transformation, revealing a complex and often contentious process. The impact of privatisation on London's buses has been unique compared to other parts of the country. This book provides a detailed account of what happened, and why it matters for our understanding of modern urban transport policy. For anyone interested in the history of public services or the politics of transport, this book offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of London's bus network.

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