Bus company wants services for all

A BUS company has backed a new scheme to help  passengers with “hidden disabilities”.

Stagecoach Yorkshire, which runs services in Rotherham, said it was demonstrating its commitment to making bus services accessible to all by supporting the Confederation of Passenger Transport’s (CPT) Journey Assistance Cards initiative.

The cards, which are now available through Stagecoach, can be presented to the driver to indicate a need for specific assistance.

They are designed to support bus passengers who are deaf, hard of hearing or visually impaired.

Cards can also be presented asking drivers to speak slowly, scan pass, count change, help passengers to their seat and alert passengers when they reach their stop.

For more information or to apply for a Journey Assistance Card visit www.stagecoachbus.com/yorkshire or call 01226 202555.