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Given what appears to be the imminent closure of Hulleys of Baslow, would this low cost area/ services be somewhere that Rotala may look to take advantage of in the near future? 

We were close to and was looking at acquiring a smaller operator in the area.  The Franchising change means there are no small Franchises. 

It is therefore difficult to see how we could build enough critical mass to operate schools only.  So we think the only avenue open is to bid for large franchises.

We are intending to look at the large franchises. 


Simon

Many thanks for the reply and best of luck!

Given the imminent expectation that the first tranche of Merseytravel franchise contract bidding is to open, is Rotala expected to pursue these opportunities? 

Folk have mentioned Arriva will not be focusing their resources on the first tranche (St Helens) and to focus on the more lucrative contracts, giving a good opportunity for a new player.. Similarly would Rotala be considering the new school franchises in Merseyside, where a whole new set up maybe required?