Including the closely related terms public transport, and public transport.
…: Lack of technology and digital access is a major barrier for many households. This impacts the whole family; parents are unable to work, while children will not be able to join online classes. It is paramount that these gaps are addressed with urgency in order to prevent growth in inequality. 4. Transport: Public transport use is more prevalent within low income cohorts meaning that reductions…
… or cancellations will impact these groups the most. By providing basic income to access to public transport, the SCR can ensure these groups can continue to engage with the community. This will be delivered in a way that is sensitive to public transport capacity challenges. Therefore, other options like loaning active travel options (e.g. e-bikes) will be considered. 5. Housing: The MCA will work…
… the most vulnerable parts of our population, allowing them to pay for or subsidise key services (e.g. childcare, public transport, technology, digital skills) which is often a barrier to progress. Unemployment benefit claimant counts have risen due to COVID-19 11 . Specific targets will be dependent on nature of eventual support (e.g. caring responsibilities or digital skills). Empowering…