(15 Jul 2021, 6:33 pm)L469 YVK wrote Massive gamble (not out of choice really) cutting the 306 & 308 to every 30 mins each Mondays to Saturdays. If Percy Main depot doesn't get hit too bad (or GNE have extra drivers they can get to cover) and can maintain frequency on the 309/310/311, Arriva will potentially lose passengers long term.
I sincerely hope Arriva explored all options before cutting the 2x services!
I would suspect the decision to reduce the 306/308 is based on the fact another service exists... They still combine into a 15 minute which is the same as the X10/X11 and X21/X22 etc.
In the world of EP/BSIPs, competition as we know it wont exist. The guidance actually suggests rationalisation of over competitive routes to ensure others benefit. The current bus every 2/3 minutes on the Coast Road will not be the situation in 12-18 months time. Guarantee it.