Making public transport fully accessible ‘could boost UK economy by £176bn’

"Transport Network Exclusion: Millions Locked Out of the Workforce A shocking new report has revealed that the UK's current transportation system is effectively excluding nearly 2.8 million working-age individuals from the workforce due to its inaccessible nature. The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has made a compelling economic case for investing in a fully accessible transport network, estimating that it could boost the economy by a staggering £176 billion by enabling millions more people to enter the workforce. The report highlights a stark reality: nearly a quarter of the working-age population is being locked out of employment opportunities due to inadequate transportation options. As the UK grapples with labor shortages and economic growth, the need for an inclusive transport network has never been more pressing."

Report says current network of buses, trains and stations effectively locks 2.8m people out of workforceInvesting in the UK transport network to make it fully accessible to disabled passengers could boost the economy by £176bn by helping millions more people into work, according to a report.Making the economic case for an inclusive transport network, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) said the current system was inaccessible to almost a quarter of the working-age population. Continue reading...