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Transport Abuse Causing Isolation, Independence Loss and Failure Amongst Those With Learning Disabilities

Today reports of abuse and mistreatment on public transport have been exposed amongst those with learning disabilities - causing isolation, loss of independence and high rates of unemployment.
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A charity is today making calls to the Government to improve training of public transport staff and introduce cameras on buses - as reports of abuse and mistreatment have been exposed amongst those with learning disabilities.

The revelations were disclosed at the Brandon Trust’s, ‘100 people 100 voices’ conference, where stories of isolation, loss of independence and failure were put down to the lack, or loss of adequate transport. The charity has produced a new report since the ‘100 People’ conference, highlighting issues such as fear of abuse and lack of understanding on behalf of the general public.

As most people with learning disabilities and autism don’t drive, a link has been established between these struggles and the incredibly low levels of employment present today - estimated to be around 6.4 per cent.

As the Brandon Trust makes its move to London today, the charity will be touring the capital in a double decker bus to raise awareness of these issues, which appear to be more crucial now than ever.

. Introduction:

Today a charity is speaking out against the abuse and mistreatment of people with learning disabilities on public transport. Their annual conference has revealed struggles with a lack or loss of access as the main issue those with learning disabilities are facing today – causing many to feel isolated and struggle with employment.

But as the Brandon Trust makes its move to London, how do they plan to combat the issue head on and what changes would improve the situation?

Joining us to discuss this further is Lucy Hurst-Brown, Chief Executive of the charity and Joe Jones who has learning disabilities and was a part of the ‘100 people, 100 voices’ conference.