Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Minto campaign shaking up interest in free public transport - NZ

Breakthrough in debate about free public transport brings challenge to other mayoral contenders.
https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2019/09/20/breakthrough-in-debate-about-free-public-transport-brings-challenge-to-other-mayoral-contenders/
As well as a big reduction in our greenhouse gas emissions, the benefits of free public transport in Christchurch include:
  • Revitalising the city centre (this has been the experience in Dunkirk)
  • An economic boost for Christchurch businesses (locals have more money to spend locally!)
  • Reduced inequality in the city (the policy gives workers an extra four weeks pay a year through savings on petrol/car repairs)
  • Improved productivity with less congestion
  • Increased social cohesion (people from all walks of life enjoying each other’s company on low emission buses with free wifi)
  • Less traffic congestion for people who hate public transport

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