Visiting Professor appointed to passenger watchdog
Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:09:00 GMT
The Secretary of State for Transport, Patrick McLoughlin, has announced the appointment of 6 new members to the board of Passenger Focus, the statutory passenger watchdog.
Amongst the appointees is Department of Logistics and Hospitality Visiting Professor Paul Salveson. Professor Salveson is a rail professional with 35 years of experience in a wide range of sectors and disciplines, including at Northern Rail. He originated and developed the community rail concept and was involved in the establishment of a large number of community rail partnerships.
The Secretary of State said: “I am confident that the high calibre of these appointees will enhance the work of Passenger Focus, and that the breadth of their experience and expertise will ensure that the passengers’ voice continues to be heard loud and clear in government and across the transport industry.”
Passenger Focus is the independent public body set up by the government to represent the interests of rail passengers in England, Scotland and Wales, bus and tram passengers in England (outside of London) and passengers on scheduled domestic coach services in England.
Its mission is to get the best deal for passengers through evidence-based research, ensuring the passenger’s voice informs decisions and securing improvements to the journey experience.
