207 / 427
It seems that the contract for the 207 has been re-awarded to First London,
and there are a few changes afoot. The route is to be split, with the "207"
becoming Shepherd's Bush - Hayes Bypass only, and an new route "427" taking
over the Acton - Uxbridge section.
The 207 has a PVR for 25 bendybuses (presumably the trial in 2001 was
succesful!), and the new 427 will have a new fleet of low-floor double decks
(perhaps these will be pooled from the "03" reg. Tridents that are currently
operating).
The 607 express is also retained, and can also expect to receive low-floor
DDs, as is the N207.
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