In News

According to a report by disabled children’s charity, Whizz-Kids, three quarters of wheel chair users and their families and carers can’t travel as independently as they would like and do not feel confident using public transport.

Despite a rise in improvements made to the accessibility of public spaces, including train and bus stations, the report found that the majority of those surveyed had experienced problems while travelling. These were recorded as: barriers in accessing public transport dur to a lack of accessible options in the local area, the attitudes of staff and the attitudes of other passengers.

In light of this, Whizz-Kids have launched a campaign that will:

  • Call for improvements to infrastructure, information and facilities so that the public transport network is more accessible for disabled people and their families.
  • Help make the general public  be more aware and respectful of young wheelchair users’ rights to travel
  • Lobby for the introduction of disability awareness training for all staff so they have a better understanding of how they can support travellers
  • Involve young people in the planning and design of services so that their voices are heard.

Find out more about inclusive travel and the report, click here.

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