Box – INFORMING THE PUBLIC 1981

Description

This single-page article, “Informing the Public,” authored by Roland T. E. Box, MCIT, was originally published in November 1981, likely within a specialized transport magazine as indicated by the ‘Timetable World’ footer and page numbering. The densely packed text, accompanied by a small black-and-white image of ‘Bus Timetables,’ offers a contemporary review of public transport information practices in the UK during the early 1980s. As a primary source document, it provides invaluable historical insight into the marketing strategies, customer information debates (e.g., clarity of 24hr clock, legibility of route maps, leaflet vs. book formats), and specific operator initiatives of the era, referencing examples like London Transport and regional PTEs. Box’s professional affiliation lends significant credibility to this focused analysis, making it a trustworthy snapshot for researchers or enthusiasts interested in the history of public transport communication.