MP’s New Parliamentary Bill Promoting Access All Areas

MP for Denton and Reddish Andrew Gywnne, will be introducing a Bill to Parliament to make sure all taxi and minicab drivers are trained in disability equality.

He announced this after attending the Access All Areas Lobby of Parliament last month where he heard from guide dog owners who told him that taxi and minicab drivers often to carry guide dogs.

“This Bill, if made law, will ensure that all taxi and minicab drivers understand their duties under the Equality Act and improve the experience of getting a taxi for many people living with a disability.” – Helen Honstve, Guide Dogs Campaigns Manager

Mr Gwynne said:

“I was very lucky to be drawn in the Private Members’ Bill ballot, and so I am delighted to be able to support this campaign in Parliament.

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