Doe – DOES DIRECTION 1986

Description

This extensive collection features columns by Barry S. Doe AFIMA, originally published in ‘ATCO News’ under the recurring title ‘Does Direction’ or ‘Doe’s Direction.’ Spanning nearly two years from October 1986 to September 1988, the document comprises multiple scanned pages of industry commentary and analysis. Doe, a recognized public transport consultant and compiler of comprehensive timetable directories, offers a deeply informed, often critical, yet always passionate perspective on the state of UK public transport information post-deregulation. He meticulously examines evolving timetable formats, the contentious debate surrounding the 24-hour clock, the crucial role of county coordination, and operator responsiveness to information sharing. Rich with contemporary observations, survey data, and appeals for industry best practices, this compilation provides invaluable insight into the challenges and discussions shaping public transport services in late 1980s Britain, making it a trustworthy primary source for historical research in the field.