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The State Provincial Office ensures traffic safety and the functioning of public transport and taxi services. This is accomplished in co-operation with local authorities and transport operators. The State Provincial Office grants licences for passenger and freight traffic. The conditions for licences include proof of professional skill, unblemished reputation and good financial standing. Certain licences are subject to a consideration of expediency.

The development of public transport strives towards a balanced, profitable and efficient operation which safeguards transportation services and increases the use of public transport. By purchasing transport services for unprofitable trunk lines, the State Provincial Office guarantees the access to basic services in outlying areas. This requires a considerable financial input.

The State Provincial Office co-ordinates the traffic safety work of municipalities, involving the co-operation of several sectors. This takes place through the Provincial Traffic Safety Committee, with representatives of key actors in the field.

Tasks of the Transport Department:

• Licences for public transport
• Licences for line services
• Taxi licences
• Licences for freight services
• Subsidies to and development of public transport
• Purchase of transport services for trunk lines
• Traffic safety work
• Contingency planning for traffic and communications