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the continued provision of adequate recessed kerbside bus
stops, the provision of reserved bus lanes from which
other vehicular traffic is excluded will assist in
maintaining regularity of service for the bus rider.
Special traffic signal timing to favour buses and the use
of bus-actuated signal control devices, may also be
warranted in the interest of moving the greatest number
of people in the smallest number of vehicles. Provison
for safe and rapid interchange of passengers between
buses and rapid transit, as well as between different bus
lines, is an essential component of an integrated
transport system. The type and location of the required
facilities should be an early topic of discussion between
members of the rapid-transit organisation and the bus
operators.
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The comfort, appearance and amenities of the
vehicles must be competitive with alternative transport
forms. Smoother mechanical performance, freedom from
noise, vibration and fumes, as well as clearer
identification by use of larger route identification
signs, are important elements in improved bus services. While larger buses, including double-deckers, are needed
in the urban areas where traffic is heavy, smaller buses,
such as the New Territories "taxis", may be appropriate
for serving the far reaches of the New Territories and
providing for other low volume needs."