Wheelchair accessible vehicles and provision for assistance dogs
There is no extra charge for assistance dogs, wheelchairs, or mobility aids
Drivers may carry any animal belonging to a passenger (for example pets) at their own discretion anywhere in the vehicle. They must make sure, where necessary, that any animals are suitably restrained or contained so they do not to present a nuisance or hazard to the occupants of the vehicle.
Wheelchair accessible vehicles
The following operators who specialise in providing wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) have agreed to their contact details being made available online. If an operator isn’t on the list, it is because they haven’t opted in to having their contact details made available on West Suffolk Council website.
| Operator | Additional information |
|---|---|
Driving Miss Daisy Website: Driving Miss Daisy - Newmarket | They have two wheelchair accessible vehicles. The vehicles take one wheelchair and have room for two other seated passengers. |
| First Stop Bury St Edmunds Phone 01284 701999 Email: enquiries@firststoptravel.net Website: First Stop Travel - About us | They have 11 wheelchair accessible vehicles. Five can carry two wheelchair users and one can carry three wheelchair users. |
More information on the number of wheelchair accessible vehicles available within the licensed fleet can be found in the licensing public register, which can be viewed on the online Licensing public registers system
If you are an operator or driver who provides wheelchair accessible vehicles and would like your details to be added, removed, or changed to our list please contact us by emailing: licensing@westsuffolk.gov.uk