Accessible information - important update - Rail Replacement providers BEWARE

The phased implementation of the requirements for audio and visual next stop announcements on local  bus services reaches key marker points from October this year, when vehicles first used from 1/10/2019 come in to scope, and then again from October 2025 with vehicles first used from 1st October 2014 being required to comply.

Operators running Rail Replacement services with stops that have a maximum of 15 miles between each other WILL be subject to Accessible information regulations. This is because by definition such conditions means that it is a local bus service. However, if the stops are confined to boarding OR alighting only, then this rule does not apply.

There has recently seen an increase in enquiries regarding these requirements. It’s not just registered local services that are in scope, the rules also apply to some longer distance services, and even to rail replacement services (see above) that meet the local service definition.

To assist members, CPT is holding an online webinar highlighting the key requirements and linking providers up with key stakeholders and equipment suppliers. Speaking will be The CPT Operations Team, Tim Rivett from RTIG, McKenna Brothers, and more. There will also be time for live Q&A.

The session will take place via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 14th March 2024 between 12:00 and 13:00. Don’t get caught out, please sign up by emailing - membership@cpt-uk.org