HC Deb 24 November 1992 vol 214 cc565-6W
Mr. Llwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make it his policy to offer cash incentives for bus companies to develop full access to vehicles for disabled people.

Mr. Freeman

It is for bus operators to make their own decisions on the purchase of vehicles. Local authorities may assist operators in the purchase or equipment of vehicles to facilitate travel by members of the public who are disabled. My Department is supporting two low-floor bus demonstration projects, one inside London and one elsewhere; and we shall be evaluating their costs and benefits.