Disability Access Consultants

 

Creative Solutions to Increase Access

Priority seats and wheelchair spaces must be available in practice

Hook

“Multi-purpose” is not the same as “available when needed”.

What the draft proposes

It adds clearance, priority signage and direct-access requirements while scaling priority seating and waiting-area spaces.

Why it matters

It focuses on whether a person can find, reach and use the space when they need it.

What providers can do now

Measure approach routes and monitor denied boardings and seat-space conflicts.

Discussion prompt

What happens when a mobility-aid user needs the space currently used for something else?

CTA

Ask for a vehicle seating and space audit.

Source note

Based on Schedules 7, 9 and 31 of the 2025 exposure draft. It is not final law.