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@transportforall.org.uk

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The disabled-led group breaking down barriers and transforming the transport system so disabled people can travel with freedom, dignity, ease and confidence. Join our community for transport justice: https://www.transportforall.org.uk

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · Jan 17

We know that being disabled and travelling isn't always straightforward. If you need advice, or want us to deal with complaint admin, so you don't have to, get in touch.

🕒 Open Mon, Tues & Fri 10am–5pm
📞 0800 368 6102
📧 [email protected]
🔗 www.transportforall.org.uk/your-rights/...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 23h

Fabulous event from our friends at ‬
@learningdiseng.bsky.social!

Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 23h

Tickets are now available for Being Seen, Being Heardthe Learning Disability England annual conferences!

Two events in March 2026 – in-person and online – bringing together members and allies working towards Good Lives.

Find out more and book tickets here: tinyurl.com/mvrzyuzf

Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 1d

Great to see Nathaniel’s hard work on rail accessibility being recognised!

Manchester Community Central @mcrcommcentral.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations to our #SpiritofMcr25 Inspiring Campaign winner, GMR Rail Accessibility Campaign!

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 1d

It’s hard enough finding an available disabled bay as it is! It’s unacceptable to lose them to skips and other random street clutter.

2 Wheeled Wolf @2-wheeled-wolf.bsky.social · 2d

Somehow I doubt this is displaying a blue badge... And been here over a week now. 🤔

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 2d

We all rely on transport. To work, do the school run, access healthcare and education, see family and friends. But Disabled people are locked out by a concessions system not fit for purpose.

It’s time for change. Write to your MP: https://bit.ly/3VIx95C

#UnlockTransportAccess

A yellow background with orange arrows. At the top is orange electrical tape with bold black text: 'Take action'. Followed by the text 'We’ve set up Action Network so it’s quick to write to your MP. Just add your details and it will find them for you. Use the template letter, or adapt it with your own experience." At the bottom is orange electrical tape with bold black text: #UnlockTransportAccess.

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 2d

A Blue Badge is more than a parking permit. It’s a lifeline for independence and can be life changing. But only 38% of eligible disabled people have one. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4pLFjb4

We'd love to hear your experiences. Use #UnlockTransportAccess to share your story.

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 6d

Join the movement! We can make transport accessible to everyone. Be part of the change, sign up for free membership today: https://www.transportforall.org.uk/take-action/become-a-member/

Become a member - Transport for All

Become a member of Transport for All. Join our community (it’s free!) to hear about the latest news, ways to get involved, jobs and research.

www.transportforall.org.uk

Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 6d

Spotted by @ianvisits.co.uk - new DLR trains with lovely level boarding?!

ianVisits @ianvisits.co.uk · 9d

New DLR train!
New DLR train!
New DLR train!
New DLR train!

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 8d

We should all be able to travel when and where we want to, but 37% of disabled people say time restrictions on their bus pass are a barrier, stopping us from getting to work, school, and appointments.

Join the campaign to #UnlockTransportAccess

Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/4pLFjb4

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 8d

It’s time to #UnlockTransportAccess.

We’re campaigning for a fair, accessible system for Bus Passes and Blue Badges that offers true freedom to travel.

And you can be part of it.

Share, speak out and write to your MP: https://bit.ly/3VIx95C

Three disabled white people sit and stand on a bridge, gazing firmly at the camera. The first is a man wearing a bright orange cardigan, he is a wheelchair user. The second is a woman with long sandy hair, she is a wheelchair user. The last is a tall man with cropped white hair and a red shirt. The photo has a hot orange background with yellow electrical tape with 'Take Action!' in black text. There are yellow arrows and chevrons pointing to the photo.

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 8d

Could you be our new Senior Casework Officer?
If you're a disabled person who's passionate about accessibility and transport justice, and can support people through self-advocacy, this could be the role for you.
Apply today: www.transportforall.org.uk/about-us/wor...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 14d

On Saturday we celebrated the launch of our archive celebrating disabled activists who paved the way for the accessible transport we have access to today.
Take a look at our journey so far: archive.transportforall.org.uk

Home - Accessible Transport Archive

The Accessible Transport Archive. Transport has always been one of the greatest barriers to participating in society for Disabled people.

archive.transportforall.org.uk

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 14d

We should all be able to travel when and where we need to, but only 3% of disabled people say they can travel without planning in advance. It’s time to make the UK’s transport systems accessible to everyone 👨‍🦼🧑‍🦯🧏‍♀️🐕‍🦺

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 17d

We’re excited to announce the launch of the Accessible Transport Archive, celebrating over 40 years of campaigners, protests, and successes.
Our thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund for making this possible! 🧡
archive.transportforall.org.uk

Home - Accessible Transport Archive

The Accessible Transport Archive. Transport has always been one of the greatest barriers to participating in society for Disabled people.

archive.transportforall.org.uk

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 20d

Join our community, led by and for disabled people, working towards a more accessible future.
Together, we're transforming transport so we can travel with dignity, ease, and confidence.
💪 Be part of the movement, join today: www.transportforall.org.uk/take-action/...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 21d

Final call!
Join the party and explore over 40 years of accessible transport history in our new digital archive.
🎉 Saturday 20 September, 2–4.30pm | Aldgate Centre, London
🍰 Celebrate with us (there’s cake!)
👉 Find out more and book your place: www.transportforall.org.uk/blog/2025/09...

You're invited! Launching the Accessible Transport Archive - Transport for All

Join us at the Transport for All Accessible Transport Archive launch, for a glimpse into the history of accessible transport.

www.transportforall.org.uk

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 22d

Could you be our new Senior Casework Officer?
If you're a disabled person who's passionate about accessibility and transport justice, and can support people in self-advocacy, this could be the role for you.
Apply today: www.transportforall.org.uk/about-us/wor...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 22d

Join the party and explore over 40 years of accessible transport history in our new digital archive.
🎉 Saturday 20 September, 2–4.30pm | Aldgate Centre, London
🍰 Celebrate with us (there’s cake!)
👉 Find out more and book your place: www.transportforall.org.uk/blog/2025/09...

You're invited! Launching the Accessible Transport Archive - Transport for All

Join us at the Transport for All Accessible Transport Archive launch, for a glimpse into the history of accessible transport.

www.transportforall.org.uk

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 23d

Another denial of our community’s independence and freedom.
We will continue to campaign for the removal of these restrictions.
#UnlockTransportAccess

The Canary @thecanaryuk.bsky.social · 27d

Labour votes AGAINST letting disabled people use the bus for free before 9:30am

The restrictions still mean that disabled people can’t get a bus for free after 11 pm, because obviously we don’t have social lives or jobs after dark, writes @rachelcdailey.bsky.social
www.thecanary.co/uk/analysis/...

Labour votes AGAINST letting disabled people use the bus for free before 9:30am

The restrictions also mean that disabled people can’t get a bus for free after 11 pm, because we don’t have social lives or jobs...

www.thecanary.co

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 23d

Want to join the Transport for All team?
We’re recruiting:
🗂️ Senior Casework Officer
🏙️ Senior Engagement Officer (London)
Interested?
Learn more here: www.transportforall.org.uk/about-us/wor...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 24d

Our Adviceline is taking a short break this week whilst staff are away.
Leave us a message and we’ll get back to you once we’re back on 22 September.
Thanks so much for bearing with us!

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 27d

The closure of the ticket office in Newcastle station is unacceptable; it will prevent disabled people from travelling. We talked to Disability News Service about why ticket offices are vital.
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/fresh-fears-...

Fresh fears over ticket office closures, after concerns raised in Newcastle and London

Disabled activists and allies who fought off rail industry plans to shut hundreds of ticket offices across England two years ago say they fear train companies are quietly finding new ways to push t…

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 28d

We’re growing our team!
Join us in challenging transport barriers and building a more accessible future!
We’re looking for:
🔸Senior Engagement Officer (London)
🔸Senior Casework Officer
Find out more and apply here: www.transportforall.org.uk/about-us/wor...

Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 28d

Join the party - come and explore accessible transport history through personal stories in our new digital archive.
🎉 Saturday 20 September, 2–4.30pm | Aldgate Centre, London
🍰 Celebrate with us (there’s cake!)
👉 Find out more and book your place: www.transportforall.org.uk/blog/2025/09...

You're invited! Launching the Accessible Transport Archive - Transport for All

Join us at the Transport for All Accessible Transport Archive launch, for a glimpse into the history of accessible transport.

www.transportforall.org.uk

Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 28d

The debate on buses, bus passes, and whether to allow disabled people to travel at any time, is underway as we speak. We say it's time to #UnlockTransportAccess
www.transportforall.org.uk/blog/2025/09...

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 29d

Everyone should be able to travel when and where we want to, but time restrictions block disabled people from getting to work, school and fun. Ask your MP to support
@tomgordonld.bsky.social's Bus Bill amendment to #UnlockTransportAccess for all.

An orange image with yellow tape with the words: 'Everyone needs the freedom to travel, but disabled people in England are locked out of transport at key times. #UnlockTransportAccess.'

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