Mr. Frank Allen:

Personally, I agree with the Deputy that it is too long. Let us see what can be done to offer a more accessible service to the people who depend on public transport.

The Chairman asked about international practice. In many continental countries that have been investing substantial amounts in public transport over the years it is not required on the railways because the investment has taken place to narrow the gap between the rolling stock and the platform. Consider what has happened with the Luas, for example. That is available in other countries.