Irwin – BUS PASSENGER INFORMATION 1986

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Authored by Sarah Irwin from the renowned Transport Studies Unit at Oxford University, this 1986 research paper, ‘BUS PASSENGER INFORMATION: The Example of Corby,’ offers pioneering insights into conventional bus passenger information systems. Spanning approximately 40 pages, this robust academic document presents rigorous empirical work, including the detailed analysis of a household survey conducted in Corby, UK, funded by the Science and Engineering Research Council. Its clear, structured format features extensive textual analysis and numerous statistical tables, complemented by a key bus route map in its appendices. This study is a foundational resource for understanding user preferences, the impact of information on travel behaviour, and the strategic role of information in public transport service design, making it highly significant and trustworthy for researchers and transport professionals alike.