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Young Carers' Petition Calls For Free Bus Pass
30 January 2019
Young carers in Sheffield have set up a petition calling for free bus passes for young carers so they can undertake their caring responsibilities more easily, carry on with their education, training or employment, and have the chance to have a social life.The petition will be presented to the full council meeting on Wednesday February 6th.
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Have Your Say On Bus Service Changes Proposals
20 November 2018
Through the four bus partnerships in the county, local bus operators are seeking views and feedback on proposed changes including improvements in service frequency along key corridors and improved access to employment.The consultation runs until Sunday 9 December 2018 and gives you the chance to tell local bus operators what you think before changes are implemented in February 2019
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Bus Driver Praised For Action On Accessibility
31 October 2018
A bus driver in Paris who ordered his passengers off to let a wheelchair user on his vehicle has been praised by disability groups. Francois Le Berre, who has multiple sclerosis, was in danger of being left stranded at his stop when the other passengers refused to move to enable him to take up one of the bus’s two wheelchair-accessible spots, until the driver intervened…..
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Innovative Tram Trains Launch This Month
10 October 2018
An innovative mode of transport designed to make travelling in South Yorkshire easier is to be launched later this month
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The UK’s first tram train, which can run on both tramlines and the rail network between Sheffield and Rotherham will welcome its first passengers on board on Thursday 25 October, -
Give Your Views On The Future Of Supertram
03 October 2018
Disabled Supertram users are being asked to contribute to a consultation on the future of the transport system in Sheffield. The consultation will help them to recommend an option for funding from the Department for Transport.
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School transport policies must not fail young adults with disabilities
28 August 2018
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman issues a warning to local authorities, following an investigation into Lewisham council’s failure to provide transport for a young disabled adult attending college.
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DPTAC warned staff-less trains and stations 'toxic' for disabled people
02 August 2018
In a letter released under Freedom of Information to the Association of British Commuters the Chair , it’s been revealed that the government’s own Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee issued a clear warning to the Department for Transport on this issue.
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Road Safety Call Over Electric Cars
30 May 2018
For people with sight loss listening is vital when crossing roads – but the quietness of new electric and hybrid cars could prove to be a problem. The national charity Guide Dogs are calling for action to benefit all pedestrians.
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What do you think of the new 'talking buses' in Sheffield?
19 April 2018
Five months on from the launch, South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive would like your feedback on the new audio-visual displays on the 120 route buses in Sheffield.
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Bus Access For Wheelchair Users Update
11 April 2018
Although the final Supreme Court ruling fell short of making it a legal requirement for bus companies to compel non-wheelchair passengers to move from the space, the Government has now said it aims to implement new measures including clearer signs saying wheelchair users have priority and powers for drivers to eject passengers who refuse to move.
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