Transport for Wales has launched a new short film designed to support people in gaining confidence to use public transport and help remove barriers they may face. The film, premiered in Penarth, was created in partnership with Innovate Trust and showcases the experiences of disabled people learning new skills to travel independently across the network.

The initiative, called ‘Confident Traveller’, is open to third-sector organisations that assist individuals who may feel unsure about using public transport. Its focus is on improving wellbeing, reducing social isolation and enabling people to make more frequent journeys by train and bus, ultimately helping them enjoy greater independence and a better quality of life.

Clare Harries, Community Rail Ambassador at Transport for Wales, said: “The public transport network can open up opportunities for people and this project allows us to remove any barriers people face and make it more accessible for all. The aim of the film is to demonstrate the support that is available to people wishing to travel by train and it’s been great to work with Innovate Trust to help provide the confidence people need to access public transport.”

Mared Hughes, Project Officer for Innovate Trust, added: “Using public transport can be overwhelming for people with learning disabilities. Working with Transport for Wales on the Confidence to Travel Scheme has helped individuals from Innovate Trust gain confidence and independence.”

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