Isle Access have welcomed last week’s Government announcement of £1m funding for Isle of Wight ferry companies, to allow elderly and disabled people to travel with confidence.
Isle Access is an Isle of Wight-based user-led charity committed to encouraging and promoting greater accessibility and inclusion on the Isle of Wight for people with disabilities.
Brookes: Could help over 30,000 Islanders
CEO of Isle Access, Jan Brookes, said,
“Any improvements that enable people to travel across the Solent safely, comfortably, and with dignity is welcome.
“On average, 21 per cent of the population are considered disabled, or have a long term health condition that limits their abilities. This equates to over 30,000 Island residents, and some improvements may help others like people with pushchairs, etc.
“And it is important to note that improvements may also make the Isle of Wight more attractive to holiday-making families who have a member with a disability: tourists are so important to the Isle of Wight economy.”
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