Aberdeen thrives on training grant
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• Aberdeen Corporation transport department, which anticipated a deficit of almost £38,000 on its operations during 1968-69, has ended its financial year with a surplus of £12,503— and is looking forward to doubling that figure in 1970l The change of circumstances came about partly through a restructuring of fares, but mainly because of an unexpected up-rating of Training Board grants, The transport committee had estimated for a £9,000 intake from this source but actually received £15,000 more than was expected.
The department's deputy general manager, Mr. W. Dobbie. told CM last week that revenue from passenger fares, forecast at £1,395,200,
had in fact risen to €1,441,843, due largely to the introduction of 3d, 6d and 9d stages. -At first", he said, "we lost out on the short stages, people opting to walk rather than pay 3d. But after a while they decided that it wasn't worth it and the three-tier structure has proved highly satisfactory, showing a 'bonus' of £17,643."
By cutting out an unprofitable, little-used service and by introducing o-m-o on some routes, the department was able to run its traffic operations for about £13,000 less than the figure allowed for in the estimates.
In 1969-70 Aberdeen looks forward to a surplus of £26,180.