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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."