Source · Select Committees · Transport Committee
Recommendation 21
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Bill lacks specific requirement for improved rail network accessibility, despite positive duties.
Conclusion
The specific inclusion of disabled passengers in the clause 18 passenger duty, and in the duty on the Passengers’ Council in clause 36, are welcome means for improving the rail network’s focus on accessibility through the Bill. The Bill could further support this aim and give the duties teeth by requiring improvement in accessibility. (Conclusion, Paragraph 60)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 24 April 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗