Re: Fines against rail and tram operators 'not big enough'

[David McLoughlin <davemclAXETHIS@iprolink.co.nz>]

David Bromage wrote:
> 
> The PTUA says that fines imposed on train and tram operators for late
> running are not big enough, the cost of the fine being lower than the cost
> of fixing the problem.


But how is it fair to fine Swanston Trams for late running on the
Airport West line directly caused by the government forcing thousands of
extra cars on the roads the trams use following the introduction of
tolls on the freeways and abolishing clearways?  The same thing is about
to happen to the Toorak route.