Before revision: Partnerships in transport are useful because: Local transport and accessibility issues are complex, intersecting with many sectors, levels of government and policy areas; Low population densities and resource constraints in rural areas make innovation and flexibility in local transport a necessity; All rural areas are different, and strategies need to take into account local problems and opportunities; Effective delivery of projects often depends on the expertise or capacity of multiple actors, from multiple sectors; and Due to their local legitimacy, they are well-placed to influence policy.
After revision: Partnerships in transport are useful because: Local transport and accessibility issues are complex, intersecting with many sectors, levels of government and policy areas; Low population densities and resource constraints in rural areas make innovation and flexibility in local transport a necessity; All rural areas are different, and strategies need to take into account local problems and opportunities; thumbEffective delivery of projects often depends on the expertise or capacity of multiple actors, from multiple sectors; and Due to their local legitimacy, they are well-placed to influence policy.