ROAD TRANSPORT
OPERATORS' OFFER
MINISTER'S APPRECIATION
Appreciation of the generous and loyal offers made by road transport operators throughout New Zealand since the declaration of war was expressed on behalf of the Government by the Minister of Transport (the Hon. R. Semple) today. The Minister said that full and careful consideration had be'en given to the organisation of road transport. This was being brought up to its highest point of efficiency to enable the productive capacity of the country to be maintained.
I "I have been in consultation with the leaders of the various branches of the road transport industry," said Mr. Semple, "and a comprehensive plan covering all forms of public motor transport has been worked out. Full details will be announced shortly. I realise that many road operators are anxious to improve the general efficiency of their industry, but I would ask them to refrain from taking any action until the announcement of the Government's plans has been made."
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Evening Post, Volume CXXVIII, Issue 63, 12 September 1939, Page 11
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161ROAD TRANSPORT Evening Post, Volume CXXVIII, Issue 63, 12 September 1939, Page 11
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