Liberal Democrat Party President Sal Brinton has welcomed news that
Govia Thameslink has withdrawn its unlawful guidance for dealing
with disabled passengers, but warned greater enforcement is needed.
Speaking in the House of Lords, Baroness Brinton condemned guidance
issued by Govia Thameslink that stated “if a train might be delayed
or late, the PRM [persons who are disadvantaged with reduced
mobility] must not be put on the train". At Sal Brinton’s urging,
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Liberal Democrat Party President has welcomed news that Govia
Thameslink has withdrawn its unlawful guidance for dealing with
disabled passengers, but warned greater enforcement is needed.
Speaking in the House of Lords, condemned guidance issued by
Govia Thameslink that stated “if a train might be delayed or late,
the PRM [persons who are disadvantaged with reduced mobility] must
not be put on the train".
At ’s urging, the accepted the
guidance was “insensitive and unacceptable” and confirmed Thames
Govia has now withdrawn it.
Following the exchange, said:
“Disabled access is a lifeline link for disabled people to get to
work, travel and meet family and friends.
“However, as has happened to many of us, all too often transport
providers treat disabled people as second class citizens by not
providing the service they are required to under the law. It can be
deeply distressing and is a real barrier to working and travelling
independently.
“Disabled access should never be an afterthought, but a priority.
Transport providers must live up to their duty of care.
“It is high time train operating companies were held to account for
their legal duty under the Equality Act 2010 to ensure every legal
measure is taken to provide access for disabled passengers.”
