21. Functions of District Association

Official English translation. Where it differs from the Sinhala or Tamil text, the Act itself says which text prevails.

The functions of a District Association shall be—

(a)

to ensure that the regular omnibus services provided in the district by the members of the Association are such that they meet the transportation require-ments of the public ;

(b)

to lay down omnibus schedules and enforce their implementation ;

(c)

to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers and the efficiency of the services provided

;

(d)

to appoint stand keepers, checkers and other staff as are necessary and to handle all disciplinary matters relating to them;

(e)

to pay stand fees and other charges on behalf of members

;

(f)

to make such levies as are necessary from members for the proper functioning of the Association

;

(g)

to recommend to the Director through the Federation changes in route permits where necessary

; and

Private Omnibus Services q

(h)

to liase and co-ordinate with other District Associa-tions and the Federation with a view to ensure equitable return time schedules and loads.

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Read on from s 22