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Preston Fares Raised
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"More New Buses Needed"
ANapplication for higher fares, described by Mr. F. W. Williamson, chairman of the North Western Traffic Commissioners, as "reasonable," was granted to Preston Corporation last week.
The increases, which come into effect on Monday, affect all fares above the present 30. charge, to which A. will be added. Children's fares will be raised accordingly, but concessionary fares for old-age pensioners will remain unchanged.
Preston local services, operated jointly with Ribble Motor Services, Ltd., and Scout Motor Services, Ltd., are also concerned in other new fares increases.
The Town Clerk of Preston, Mr. W. E. E. Lockley, said it was anticipated that the undertaking would have a deficit of £6,551 by March 31 next. If the application were not granted the deficit in 1962 would be £.18,810.
The proposed new fares would bring in an estimated additional £15,000 a year.
The general manager, Mr. W. Barker, said that seven new buses were on order, and the reserve fund would be needed for further fleet replacement. Mr. J. Eyles, borough treasurer, said that new buses would be needed in 1963-64,