7/07/2006

Poland keeps city moving

It most is certainly a reflection of the changing times in Preston. Bosses at Preston Bus have turned to Poland to recruit new drivers to the city.
There was a time in the days before deregulation when the city's bus company was a integral part of the fabric of local life.

Many councillors and county councillors were employed on the buses and the service has provided mayors and civic leaders.

Indeed in the past 10 years Preston Bus leaders of both authorities have come from Preston Bus.

But the overseas recruitment drive is not a reflection of any lack of passion locally to work on the buses.

The problems Preston Bus faces surround the red tape would-be drivers need to cut through to get a licence.

The 10-week wait to get the necessary paperwork has left the bus company with a headache to maintain services in the city.

While English hopefuls are forced to twiddle their thumbs, already qualified drivers from Poland have stepped in to provide a first-class service.

Having won over passengers with their courteous manner and professionalism perhaps some of the newcomers will turn to civic life as well.

And then maybe in a few years we could see a Polish mayor take his – or her – place in the town hall.
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