Temporary public transport arrangements during suspension of Peak Tram service

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     The Transport Department today (November 25) reminded the public that the Peak Tram would be suspended on November 29 and 30 due to maintenance works.  Temporary public transport arrangements will be implemented during the suspension period.

     The temporary transport arrangements mainly include:

1. Diversion of New World First Bus (NWFB) Route 15

     NWFB Route 15 (Central (Central Ferry Piers / Exchange Square) - The Peak) will be diverted to operate via the Lower Peak Tram Station on Garden Road on its journeys to the Peak from 7am to midnight.  The bus service will be strengthened to meet passengers' demand when necessary.

2. Suspension of service of NWFB Route 15C

     The service of NWFB Route 15C (Central (Central Ferry Pier No 8) - Garden Road (Lower Peak Tram Station)) will be suspended.

3. Strengthening of service of Green Minibus (GMB) Route 1

     GMB Route 1 (Central (Hong Kong Station Public Transport Interchange) - The Peak) will be strengthened to meet passengers' demand when necessary.

     The Peak Tramways Company Limited and NWFB will put up notices at Peak Tram stations and bus stops respectively to advise passengers of the above arrangements.

Ends/Thursday, November 25, 2010
Issued at HKT 16:26

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