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5. Remit and function of the PTUC - Overview of possibilities
43. It is essential that the remit of the PTUC is clear. It needs to avoid duplication of responsibilities, seek co-operation on issues of common interest, provide value for money, avoid unnecessary disruption to existing arrangements; and avoid interfering unnecessarily in provider/customer relationships.
44. The PTUC's remit could include:
- representing all users and potential users of public transport in Scotland, and cycling and walking interests;
- engaging with and complementing the work of existing, proposed and new bodies, as well as users and providers;
- giving advice and making recommendations to the Scottish Ministers regarding the promotion and improvement of integration, safety, the environment, sustainable transport, social inclusion, accessibility and economic growth;
- advising Scottish Ministers on strategic issues, either at their own instigation or at Scottish Ministers' request;
- inputting into the development of national and regional strategies and accessibility policy;
- producing an annual report for Scottish Ministers highlighting issues of concern to travellers;
- undertaking research;
- requesting reports from mode-specific bodies;
- referring matters to the Scottish Ministers for consideration by them.
45. The PTUC should not deal with day-to-day issues such as individual complaints between users and individual providers. Local operations or licensing should also not be dealt with by the PTUC.
What do you think?
Question 3: What do you believe should be included in the remit of the PTUC?
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