Bus Users UK’s annual ‘Catch the Bus Month’ has begun and runs throughout September, with a focus on accessibility and improving access to bus services, following on from the organisations recently published research on the experiences of disabled bus passengers entitled ‘Why are we waiting?’ which shows the impact accessible transport can have on people’s lives and the difference even simple improvements can make.
Bus Users UK also hope to highlight how accessible buses already are, and to encourage more people to get on board or make the switch from private cars. It also aims to ensure disabled people are actively involved in the design of vehicles, infrastructure and services, so that buses genuinely meet the needs of the people using them.
The organisation will publish news and updates on its website, where interested parties can also find its ‘Partner Pack’ and additional campaign assets in both English and Welsh, along with a list of events.
