Require all bus operators across England to accept companion bus passes
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Require all bus operators across England to accept companion bus passes
Set a legal requirement for all bus operators to accept companion passes issued to disabled people, including when issued in another local authority. These are official concessions, and we think refusing them undermines accessibility and discriminates against disabled passengers.
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Allow motorcycles in all UK bus lanes where taxis are permitted
Require all highway authorities to allow motorcycles in any bus lane that already permits taxis. Update DfT guidance to make motorcycle access the default, ensure consistent rules nationwide, and amend traffic orders and signage accordingly.
Require all forms of public transport to have compulsory quiet areas
I would like the Government to require all forms of public transport to provide enclosed, quiet areas with doors where passengers are prohibited from using mobile phones and other electronic devices with the speaker on.
Fund free bus travel for all post-16 students
We want the Government to fund free bus travel for post-16 students. We want free reliable travel for all post-16 students.
Use legislation to expand the Network Railcard to cover all of Great Britain
Use legislation, including the Great British Railways Bill, in consultation with the Scottish and Welsh governments, to expand the Network Railcard to cover all of Great Britain so adults aged 30+ and off-peak groups can access discounted rail travel nationwide and fares are modernised fairly.