While loneliness can affect people of all ages, it is particularly prevalent among older people who may have lost friends and family members and have difficulty getting out and about.
The Community Transport Association (CTA) is a national charity and membership organisation that leads and supports thousands of local charities and community groups across the UK that deliver local transport services which fulfil a social purpose and community benefit. Together with CTA Members, we're working to achieve a vision of a world where everyone in their communities can access transport that meets their needs.
Community Transport Association has launched the Women in Community Transport UK Network, a nationwide group dedicated to addressing pivotal issues concerning women in the transport sector.
The UK and established London working group will actively contribute to the Women in Bus and Coach (WiBC) initiative and work together to challenge and eliminate barriers faced by women on a broader scale.
We are thrilled to announce the winners for this year's Community Transport Awards!
Our esteemed panel of judges had the incredibly difficult task of evaluating all the outstanding submissions and narrowing down our nominees to the very best of the best. Our judges wanted to thank everyone who submitted a nomination, and it was so inspiring to see so many stories of excellence from across the UK.
CT Operators in England will benefit from a 60% increase in funding through the Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG), the Transport Secretary has announced today (Monday 23rd October). This funding is a core part of CT operator’s income and helps to keep fares down and vital services running for those in our community.