A parliamentary report reveals significant accessibility failings in public transport for disabled individuals, deeming it a national disgrace. MPs emphasize the burden placed on disabled people to advocate for improvements, leading to widespread barriers in travel. Local authorities are urged to simplify the transport system and consider legislative changes. The report argues for a cultural shift to frame disability inclusion as a fundamental human right. Charities like Transport for All are calling for urgent government action in light of these findings, which depict a lack of equal access across all transportation modes.
"It's clear that accessibility has been an afterthought in developing transport services and there is more to do to ensure everyone can travel easily and with dignity."
"I'm so disappointed that my fellow citizens, my constituents can't make the kind of choices that I can make about how they live their day to day lives."
"The report findings paint a damning picture, highlighting that the disabled community does not have equal access to any mode of transport."
"We really welcome this clear call to action that the current state of transport indicates a systemic failure to cater to disabled individuals."
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