By Sean Ray, Development Officer for England
In rural communities, having reliable transport can make all the difference, especially when it's no longer available. For many people living across Shropshire, particularly older adults, individuals with disabilities and those experiencing isolation, simply getting to a doctor’s appointment, the shops, or a social activity can be a real challenge.
By Caroline Whitney, Director for England
In April 2026, the Department for Transport published Better Connected, its long-term strategy for transport in England. It sits above the new Local Transport Plan guidance and is the document everything else in local transport is now meant to flow from. The good news for us is that community transport is named directly, in places that count.
Our car scheme relies on a team of volunteer drivers to transport and assist passengers to get to their medical and well-being appointments. We are always looking for more volunteer drivers in all areas across Northampton (NN1-NN5) and are happy to speak to anyone who is interested in the role.
By Caroline Whitney, Director for England
On 2 April 2026, the Department for Transport published its new statutory guidance on Local Transport Plans (LTPs). It applies to local transport authorities in England outside London, and sets out how they should put together the plans that will shape transport in their area for the next 10 to 20 years.
By Caroline Whitney, our Director for England
Our recent fuel crisis impact survey gathered responses from 291 operators across England to understand how rising fuel prices are affecting community transport services. The results painted a concerning picture of a sector under severe and worsening pressure, with serious consequences looming for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities if fuel prices do not reduce soon.
The purpose of this event is to build knowledge of community transport, expand understanding of community transport and discover how best to engage with community transport. This forum would be useful to you if you want to learn more about community transport or work with your local community transport better.
Speakers for this session are to be announced at a later date, and there will be a Q&A at end of the presentations.
We are hosting an online meeting for operators in England to discuss the upcoming Community Transport Week (12th-16th October 2026). This years theme is: Driving Communities Forward. The session will provide a chance to share ideas, highlight resources that are available to you and to offer support to organisations planning events or visits with members of parliament.
Any Community Transport organisation or Local Authority within Suffolk and Norfolk is welcome to attend.
Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding Approved Mileage Allowance Payment (AMAP). Please scroll down for more information.
We are seeking a reliable and responsible individual to assist with a daily school run. This role involves safely transporting children to and/ or from school, ensuring punctuality and a calm, supportive environment during the journey. This is a part time role, typically during school term times, with hours in the morning and/ or afternoon.
Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential. An enhanced background check will be required. This is a part time role, typically during school term times, with hours in the morning and/ or afternoon.