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13. Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport whether he plans any further measures to promote improved access to means of transport by disabled people.

Mr. Atkins

Our plans are set out comprehensively in the document, "Transport and Disability: a Statement of Aims and Priorities".

36. Mr. Tom Clarke

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to improve transport facilities for people with disabilities.

Mr. Atkins

Our plans are set out in "Transport and Disability: a Statement of Aims and Priorities".

We are seeking to make public transport easier to use including development of wheelchair access. We are working with vehicle designers and manufacturers to influence car design and control modifications, so as to increase opportunities for personal mobility for even the most severely disabled people.

We are also developing guidelines on design for pedestrian areas to help elderly and disabled people.