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This paper describes a study that comparatively evaluates the cost effectiveness of fifteen different subsidised transport initiatives, all of which aim to improve access to employment and encourage job retention. The case studies were selected from three different nation states- namely the United Kingdom, France, and the United States in order to examine the influence of different policy scenarios, project objectives and operating conditions on the efficiency of the services offered. A range of different types of initiatives was investigated in each country including fixed route and demand responsive bus services, vehicle loan schemes, financial loans and travel training initiatives. For each initiative an initial review was made of the location, local employment situation, local transport availability and policy initiatives. Second, the objectives, operation and eligibility criteria were examined before a detailed analysis of funding sources, revenue and costs. In most cases a user survey was carried out to assess levels of take up or patronage for employment purposes and the impacts of the initiative (such as on changes in employment status and income). Where possible, an evaluation was then made of impacts on government expenditure (welfare benefit savings, subsidy levels). Finally, some observations were made as to wider benefits and long-term outcomes.

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06-0309

English

20p

2006

Transportation Research Board 85th Annual Meeting

CD-ROM

References (14) ; Tables (5)

Cost effectiveness; Jobs; Subsidies; Transportation policy; Welfare recipients

Economics; Highways; Policy; Society; I10: Economics and Administration

Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting 2006 Paper #06-0309

BTRIS, TRIS, TRB

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