The City of Cape Town is calling on residents and community groups to participate in shaping a more accessible public transport system by submitting feedback on the draft Universal Access UA policy, reports Cape town Etc .
The proposed policy aims to enhance accessibility for all, especially for children, seniors, pregnant women, individuals living with disabilities and passengers carrying luggage. Alongside making transport more inclusive, the policy also seeks to improve security measures to benefit all users.
The City is committed to keeping Cape Town moving and improving accessibility in the transport system by developing the draft Universal Access UA Policy for an accessible transport system, said Councillor Rob Quintas , mayoral committee member for Urban Mobility.
Public transport is the pulse that provides people with access to social and economic opportunities and associated services. It is important that we draft such a policy in consultation with the people it affects. I therefore encourage residents and various stakeholders to submit their comments so that we can refine the draft policy with your input.
Public consultation is open for 30 days, from today, 14 November, until Friday, 13 December 2024. In line with Section 17 of the Local Government Municipal Systems Act, Act 32 of 2000, the City encourages residents to review the policy and provide feedback to ensure it meets the diverse needs of the Cape Town community.
