Mapping Wales

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The Mapping Wales survey is now closed, and we are currently analysing the data. 

More than 50% of our ‘primary purpose’ members in Wales helped us with our research, giving a really important snapshot of the Welsh Community Transport sector. Thank you to everyone who took part in or promoted the survey; your help is greatly appreciated. The results will be posted on this page once the analysis and reporting are complete. Please contact gemma@ctauk.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss this further.

A Small and Mighty Operator

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On a very rare hot day I drove across the Welsh mountains to visit one of our smallest operators in the town of Pwllheli, on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales.  

I was going to see Marel Roberts who is one of the founders of Cymrod Clwb Teithio Dwyfor. Cymrod stands for ‘Caring for your Mobility, Rights and Opportunities in Dwyfor’. It was part of a larger group formed 30 years ago across Gwynedd and Anglesey, but Cymrod is the only one in existence today with a dedicated committee of seven people to oversee the club.  

CTA in England

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It is our mission to lead a thriving community transport movement in England.

We have over 900 members delivering a diversity of transport projects and services, from community-owned buses and car clubs to Dial-a-Ride and active travel, which are at the very heart of urban, rural communities across England.

Team England is here to help you, our sector and our partners with advice, advocacy, consultancy, information, research, resources and support:

CT23 Conference Sessions and Summaries

Welcome to our dedicated page for the CT23 Conference slides. Here, we've compiled all the informative presentations from the event, offering a deep dive into the discussions and ideas that are driving the future of community transport. 

Whether you're looking to revisit the sessions or explore them for the first time, these slides provide a valuable resource for anyone interested in the latest trends and innovations in the sector. Immerse yourself in the knowledge and insights shared by our experts and continue to be part of the evolving conversation in community transport.

CTA Membership Update: Enhancements, New Offerings, and Benefits

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As we continue our commitment to ensuring our support meets your needs and provides value for money, we're excited to share the outcomes of our recent CTA membership review and the developments we're introducing to our member benefits. Your feedback has been invaluable in shaping these changes, ensuring that our services align more closely with your needs and aspirations.

Listening and Improving: What's New?

In response to your input, we're excited to announce several initiatives, we are launching later this year aimed at enriching your experience as a CTA member:

Women in Community Transport

Empowering Women in Community Transport: Driving Change for a More Inclusive Sector 

The Community Transport Association (CTA) is leading a movement to enhance the role of women in the community transport sector. Through the launch of the Women in Community Transport UK Network, CTA will be aiming to address the challenges women face in our vital industry, while promoting their invaluable contributions and driving initiatives to improve recruitment, retention, and empowerment.

Permits

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Like commercial operators, community transport operators must hold a license if they are transporting passengers and receiving payment for their services. 

This requirement applies to the use of any passenger vehicle, including cars, MPVs, and minibuses.

Not-for-profit community transport operators can access S19, S22 or S10B permits which enable you to legally operate your passenger service without having to apply for a commercial PSV Operators licence.  

Connecting with our Members

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The CTA team works remotely across the whole of the UK, which means we have many ways to connect with and support our members, partners and stakeholders. 

With community-led groups and organisations delivering transport and wider support services to rural, urban, and island communities across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, we are constantly evaluating and developing creative ways to connect.

Membership FAQs

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We support Community Transport organisations of all different types, shapes and sizes. 

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding CTA membership. Please scroll down for more information. 

Why join us

We’d love you to join us. 

Be part of a thriving community transport movement in the UK. 

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.  

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