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Require all bus operators across England to accept companion bus passes

Submitted by Jennifer Clark on Monday 11th August 2025

Published on Monday 8th September 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Sunday 8th March 2026

Signatures: 91

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Accept ~ Access ~ Dignity ~ Disabled ~ Disabled People ~ England ~ Ensure ~ Equal ~ local ~ Transport

Petition Action

Require all bus operators across England to accept companion bus passes

Petition Details

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.

Additional Information

Disabled people often rely on carers to travel safely and independently. The companion bus passes are issued by the Local Authority to support this need, yet some operators refuse to accept them. We feel this creates confusion, restricts mobility, and discriminates against disabled passengers. A national enforcement would ensure consistency, dignity, and equal access to public transport for all.


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