HE works to improve motorway journeys for people with disabilities
Highways England says UK-based holidays or day trips can be planned with confidence this summer thanks to its access guides for motorway services. It says that, with around five per cent of the driving population classed as having a disability, it has partnered with AccessAble, the UK’s leading provider of detailed accessibility information, to help […]
Bus Users helps guide dogs get their training
The organisation championing the rights of many public transport passengers, Bus Users, has joined forces with the charity Guide Dogs and bus operators across England to provide on-bus training for guide dogs during the pandemic. It says Lockdown and reduced services have meant that lots of guide dog puppies have been missing out on vital […]
DfT updates inclusive transport strategy
The minister responsible for accessible transport, Chris Heaton-Harris has marked “Purple Tuesday” with a vow to deliver a first-class experience to disabled people. Purple Tuesday is dedicated to ensuring that the needs of disabled people, as valued consumers, are properly recognised and that they receive the best levels of customer service. In a post on […]
