TD reminds public to allow more travelling time tomorrow

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     In response to the industrial action to be taken by some franchised bus drivers tomorrow (August 10), the Transport Department (TD) today (August 9) reminded the public to allow more travelling time to cope with the traffic situation.

     A spokesman for the TD said that the TD had drawn up contingency plans with the franchised bus companies. Other public transport operators, including the Mass Transit Railway, had been asked to strengthen or adjust their services when necessary with a view to minimising the impact on bus services.

     The TD advised members of the public to leave home early and allow more travelling time tomorrow.  They should watch out for the latest traffic news broadcast by TV and radio stations and consider using other transport means if necessary.  Also, employers are appealed to be accommodating and understanding if their employees are late for work due to the traffic situations.

     The TD's Emergency Transport Coordination Centre will be maintaining close liaison with the Police and public transport operators, and will closely monitor the traffic and transport situation tomorrow. Staff will be deployed at major roads and bus termini to monitor the situation. The TD will co-ordinate and implement contingency measures if necessary.

Ends/Monday, August 9, 2010
Issued at HKT 21:10

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