(13 May 2020, 7:10 pm)Andreos1 wrote I'm not sure what's supposed to be allocated. Can't remember if it was ever mentioned on here. 

It's an interesting one whichever way you look at it. 
Two thoughts jump straight to mind and would have ensured a different outcome (certainly on a short-term basis):
* GNE could operate the services commercially and ensure a standard vehicle allocation is maintained during operating hours.
* Nexus could award the contract on different weightings. 

I think the ticket acceptance is probably middle ground and the best outcome in the circumstances. 

Going forward, I do think lessons need to be learned. It's not the first time this sort of thing has happened and I'm not sure it can continue.

ohh how I remember the days of Arriva operating what is now the 81/82 as the M3 in 2014, I specifically remember them operating through Barmston/Biddick several minutes early and then spending nearly 10 mins sitting at The Galleries heading towards Birtley, can see similar with GCT going forward and I do think they win a lot of contracts from the big 3 three year on year as they stipulate they'll use new fuel efficient buses, whereas if they matched what another operator was going to use vehicle wise then I think the latter would then keep the contract.

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