Buses and other local transport
For more information, visit the Parkinson’s UK website (last updated September 2022).
By law, the government can make bus companies ensure that disabled people are able to get on and off buses safely and ‘without too much difficulty’ and travel ‘in safety and reasonable comfort’.
Outside of London, local authorities are in charge of public transport. You should contact your local authority to find out more about access to disabled public transport in your area.
In Northern Ireland, you should find out more from the Department of Infrastructure at the link below.
To find out about public transport in London, including disabled access, visit Transport for London at the link below. You can also order the Transport for London tube access guide.
Local community transport schemes
Many areas have volunteer-led local community transport schemes in place. Your local authority or council should be able to provide you with further information about schemes in your area.