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7. Membership of the PTUC - overview of possibilities
49. Transport providers, operators and consumer groups are also key stakeholders with valuable contributions to make to the improvement of public transport services. Membership could include passenger representatives from rail, bus, ferry and air plus a selection from cross-modal groups appointed on individual merit. The membership of the PTUC should provide a broad geographical representation.
50. There is a wealth of experience of individuals, bodies and groups who deal with user representation, as well as users themselves. Key stakeholders already highlighted in this consultation include the RPC, SSACs, BUCT, ATUC and MACS.
51. Appointments to the PTUC will be made in accordance with the Commissioner for Public Appointments in Scotland's Code of Practice which regulates the process by which appointments are made by Scottish Ministers to those public bodies falling within her remit.
Question 5: Should PTUC membership seek to include passenger representatives covering rail, bus, ferry and air or should the focus be on an individual's ability to contribute at a strategic level?
Question 6: What essential skills and knowledge should a member of the PTUC have?
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