Mobility & Access Committee for Scotland (MACS)
@wearemacs.bsky.social
MACS is here to listen to what matters to disabled persons in relation to transport and to advise the Scottish Ministers about those matters.
MACS@gov.scot
MACS@gov.scot
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Could you be the next person to help shape a barrier-free transport system for disabled people?
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
October 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Could you be the next person to help shape a barrier-free transport system for disabled people?
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
Could you be the next person to help shape a barrier-free transport system for disabled people?
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
October 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Could you be the next person to help shape a barrier-free transport system for disabled people?
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
MACS is recruiting for new Members to inform Scotland’s transport policy and delivery.
Apply here: fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
#accessibility #disability #Scotland
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🎥 WANTED; for Open University teaching videos on travel & transport (not public release).
Someone dependent on public transport to/from work/unsocial hours/uses a bus pass extensively?
Or a New Scot or refugee relying on buses?
Interviews & journey record.
Reply/DM us!
Someone dependent on public transport to/from work/unsocial hours/uses a bus pass extensively?
Or a New Scot or refugee relying on buses?
Interviews & journey record.
Reply/DM us!
May 26, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🎥 WANTED; for Open University teaching videos on travel & transport (not public release).
Someone dependent on public transport to/from work/unsocial hours/uses a bus pass extensively?
Or a New Scot or refugee relying on buses?
Interviews & journey record.
Reply/DM us!
Someone dependent on public transport to/from work/unsocial hours/uses a bus pass extensively?
Or a New Scot or refugee relying on buses?
Interviews & journey record.
Reply/DM us!
RNIB has published a new research report, ‘All Aboard’, which outlines what bus operators, traffic commissioners, local authorities and other passengers can do to help make bus travel better for blind and partially sighted people.
Read more here: rnib.in/bus-report
media.rnib.org.uk/documents/Al...
Read more here: rnib.in/bus-report
media.rnib.org.uk/documents/Al...
Getting Around: What blind and partially sighted people told us
If you're affected by sight loss, we're here for you
rnib.in
June 2, 2025 at 10:23 AM
RNIB has published a new research report, ‘All Aboard’, which outlines what bus operators, traffic commissioners, local authorities and other passengers can do to help make bus travel better for blind and partially sighted people.
Read more here: rnib.in/bus-report
media.rnib.org.uk/documents/Al...
Read more here: rnib.in/bus-report
media.rnib.org.uk/documents/Al...
Interesting report from @descot.bsky.social about the cost of living for a disabled person. Information on transport covers car usage and tax exemption, National Entitlement Card Use, Train Assistance Requirements, Peak Fares and Ferries Use.
Full report:
disabilityequality.scot/wp-content/u...
Full report:
disabilityequality.scot/wp-content/u...
disabilityequality.scot
May 28, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Interesting report from @descot.bsky.social about the cost of living for a disabled person. Information on transport covers car usage and tax exemption, National Entitlement Card Use, Train Assistance Requirements, Peak Fares and Ferries Use.
Full report:
disabilityequality.scot/wp-content/u...
Full report:
disabilityequality.scot/wp-content/u...
Interesting webinar alert! Recording is available for the webinar, 'IncluCITY 2: Creating inclusive infrastructure' from the Global Disability Innovation Hub: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPSM...
IncluCITY 2: Creating inclusive infrastructure
3. 1Around the world, our cities are changing at an unprecedented pace by 2050, 70% of the global population is expected to live in urban areas (UN). Yet, ra...
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May 27, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Interesting webinar alert! Recording is available for the webinar, 'IncluCITY 2: Creating inclusive infrastructure' from the Global Disability Innovation Hub: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPSM...
Open data has the potential to transform public transport, making it more user-friendly and inclusive. This Transport Scotland consultation is a step towards that future, and your insights can drive meaningful change. Take part in the consultation:
Scottish bus open data | Transport Scotland
Bus open data (or “BOD”) means information about buses and bus routes which is published, free of charge and electronically, by bus operators. Information such as the fare for a specific journey,…
www.transport.gov.scot
May 26, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Open data has the potential to transform public transport, making it more user-friendly and inclusive. This Transport Scotland consultation is a step towards that future, and your insights can drive meaningful change. Take part in the consultation:
The Open Bus Data consultation discusses setting standards for data formats, which is vital for ensuring information is accessible to all, including those using assistive technologies: Provide your input: www.transport.gov.scot/consultation...
#AccessibleData #DigitalInclusion #EqualAccess
#AccessibleData #DigitalInclusion #EqualAccess
Scottish bus open data | Transport Scotland
Bus open data (or “BOD”) means information about buses and bus routes which is published, free of charge and electronically, by bus operators. Information such as the fare for a specific journey,…
www.transport.gov.scot
May 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
The Open Bus Data consultation discusses setting standards for data formats, which is vital for ensuring information is accessible to all, including those using assistive technologies: Provide your input: www.transport.gov.scot/consultation...
#AccessibleData #DigitalInclusion #EqualAccess
#AccessibleData #DigitalInclusion #EqualAccess
Clear, accessible fare info helps everyone plan better—especially disabled passengers. The Bus Open Data Consultation is your chance to shape how it's shared. Share your views: consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#FareEquality #AccessibleTravel
#FareEquality #AccessibleTravel
Local Bus Services in Scotland – Improving the Framework for Delivery - Scottish Government consultations - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by The Scottish Government
consult.gov.scot
May 13, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Clear, accessible fare info helps everyone plan better—especially disabled passengers. The Bus Open Data Consultation is your chance to shape how it's shared. Share your views: consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#FareEquality #AccessibleTravel
#FareEquality #AccessibleTravel
Relevant MACS highlights from the Prog for Gov:
• Permanent abolition of peak-time rail fares from 1 Sept 2025.
• Continuing to deliver the major vessels programme & beginning work to deliver 7 new electric ferries.
• Taking forward the award of the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry contract to CalMac.
• Permanent abolition of peak-time rail fares from 1 Sept 2025.
• Continuing to deliver the major vessels programme & beginning work to deliver 7 new electric ferries.
• Taking forward the award of the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry contract to CalMac.
May 12, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Relevant MACS highlights from the Prog for Gov:
• Permanent abolition of peak-time rail fares from 1 Sept 2025.
• Continuing to deliver the major vessels programme & beginning work to deliver 7 new electric ferries.
• Taking forward the award of the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry contract to CalMac.
• Permanent abolition of peak-time rail fares from 1 Sept 2025.
• Continuing to deliver the major vessels programme & beginning work to deliver 7 new electric ferries.
• Taking forward the award of the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry contract to CalMac.
On 14 March 2025 Public Health Scotland held its first webinar for Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES). The webinar gave an introduction to CHES and the CHES Learning System.
You can watch the webinar here:
You can watch the webinar here:
Past webinars - The CHES Learning System - Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland - Environmental health impacts - Population health - Public Health Scotland
Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) is a joint project to support public service reform
publichealthscotland.scot
May 12, 2025 at 10:23 AM
On 14 March 2025 Public Health Scotland held its first webinar for Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES). The webinar gave an introduction to CHES and the CHES Learning System.
You can watch the webinar here:
You can watch the webinar here:
Knowing the exact location and arrival time of buses can be a game-changer for disabled people. The proposed open data system, outlined in this consultation, seeks to provide such updates, enhancing journey planning and reducing uncertainty. Participate now:
Scottish bus open data | Transport Scotland
Bus open data (or “BOD”) means information about buses and bus routes which is published, free of charge and electronically, by bus operators. Information such as the fare for a specific journey,…
www.transport.gov.scot
May 7, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Knowing the exact location and arrival time of buses can be a game-changer for disabled people. The proposed open data system, outlined in this consultation, seeks to provide such updates, enhancing journey planning and reducing uncertainty. Participate now:
Exciting #PublicAppointment opportunity to help improve, sustain and protect the health of people across Scotland!
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Apply now:
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Apply now:
Appointment of Chair to Public Health Scotland
This is an exciting time to take on this important and challenging leadership role, which offers the opportunity to make a difference to public health in Scotland.
ow.ly
May 6, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Exciting #PublicAppointment opportunity to help improve, sustain and protect the health of people across Scotland!
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Apply now:
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Apply now:
Disability Equality Scotland asked their members about their experiences with taxis, from accessibility to affordability.
Findings:
- 55% use taxis regularly
- Half say taxis are not affordable
- Only 1 in 10 found booking very good
Full fact sheet: disabilityequality.scot/fact-sheet-t...
Findings:
- 55% use taxis regularly
- Half say taxis are not affordable
- Only 1 in 10 found booking very good
Full fact sheet: disabilityequality.scot/fact-sheet-t...
May 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Disability Equality Scotland asked their members about their experiences with taxis, from accessibility to affordability.
Findings:
- 55% use taxis regularly
- Half say taxis are not affordable
- Only 1 in 10 found booking very good
Full fact sheet: disabilityequality.scot/fact-sheet-t...
Findings:
- 55% use taxis regularly
- Half say taxis are not affordable
- Only 1 in 10 found booking very good
Full fact sheet: disabilityequality.scot/fact-sheet-t...
It's nearly 10 years since the British Sign Language (Scotland) Act was passed by The Scottish Parliament. They want to know if the development of national and public body British Sign Language (BSL) plans have improved the lives of of BSL users.
Share your views:
Share your views:
British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015 Inquiry - Scottish Parliament - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by the Scottish Parliament
ow.ly
April 30, 2025 at 10:23 AM
It's nearly 10 years since the British Sign Language (Scotland) Act was passed by The Scottish Parliament. They want to know if the development of national and public body British Sign Language (BSL) plans have improved the lives of of BSL users.
Share your views:
Share your views:
Another great quarterly board meeting complete! We had a couple of spotlights on 'Free Companion Rail Travel Pilot' and 'Consumer Scotland’s newly published ‘Consumers and the Transition to Sustainable Transport Report’'.
We also spoke about how we better do horizon scanning.😃
We also spoke about how we better do horizon scanning.😃
April 29, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Another great quarterly board meeting complete! We had a couple of spotlights on 'Free Companion Rail Travel Pilot' and 'Consumer Scotland’s newly published ‘Consumers and the Transition to Sustainable Transport Report’'.
We also spoke about how we better do horizon scanning.😃
We also spoke about how we better do horizon scanning.😃
Scotland’s Bus Open Data Consultation could make journeys easier for disabled passengers. Real-time info, better planning, and more inclusive services. Have your say!
👉 consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#AccessibleTransport #DisabilityInclusion
👉 consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#AccessibleTransport #DisabilityInclusion
Local Bus Services in Scotland – Improving the Framework for Delivery - Scottish Government consultations - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by The Scottish Government
consult.gov.scot
April 28, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Scotland’s Bus Open Data Consultation could make journeys easier for disabled passengers. Real-time info, better planning, and more inclusive services. Have your say!
👉 consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#AccessibleTransport #DisabilityInclusion
👉 consult.gov.scot/transport-sc...
#AccessibleTransport #DisabilityInclusion
Moving to climate-friendly transport presents extra challenges for some people.
How do you find using public transport?
'Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland 'has been published and is out for consultation until May 19th.
How do you find using public transport?
'Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland 'has been published and is out for consultation until May 19th.
Draft Just Transition Plan for Transport - Page 1 of 9 - Scottish Government consultations - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by The Scottish Government
buff.ly
April 26, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Moving to climate-friendly transport presents extra challenges for some people.
How do you find using public transport?
'Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland 'has been published and is out for consultation until May 19th.
How do you find using public transport?
'Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland 'has been published and is out for consultation until May 19th.
The Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop MSP, today announced the reappointment of Simon Watkins as a Member of the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland (MACS).
Four more years that we will benefit from Simon's expertise!
www.gov.scot/publications...
Four more years that we will benefit from Simon's expertise!
www.gov.scot/publications...
Public appointment: Member reappointed to the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland
Scottish Public appointments news release
www.gov.scot
April 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
The Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop MSP, today announced the reappointment of Simon Watkins as a Member of the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland (MACS).
Four more years that we will benefit from Simon's expertise!
www.gov.scot/publications...
Four more years that we will benefit from Simon's expertise!
www.gov.scot/publications...
In the 'Just Transition: draft plan', outcome ten is, 'Transport is accessible and easy to use for all, especially those with additional accessibility needs and isolated people.' This aligns with our vision.
It's out for consultation until May 19th.
It's out for consultation until May 19th.
Draft Just Transition Plan for Transport - Page 1 of 9 - Scottish Government consultations - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by The Scottish Government
buff.ly
April 24, 2025 at 3:16 PM
In the 'Just Transition: draft plan', outcome ten is, 'Transport is accessible and easy to use for all, especially those with additional accessibility needs and isolated people.' This aligns with our vision.
It's out for consultation until May 19th.
It's out for consultation until May 19th.
'Despite the UK having anti-discrimination laws that give rights to disabled people, society is still too often designed for non-disabled bodies. Nearly a third of disabled people say they find using public spaces difficult “all the time” or “often”. Interesting:
‘I’m still sick. I’m still disabled. But I’m proud of my body’: Frances Ryan’s manifesto for disabled women
Women with disabilities are the biggest minority group in the world, but are still shut out of society. In an extract from her new book, the writer reveals how that is changing – and what more needs…
www.theguardian.com
April 23, 2025 at 3:16 PM
'Despite the UK having anti-discrimination laws that give rights to disabled people, society is still too often designed for non-disabled bodies. Nearly a third of disabled people say they find using public spaces difficult “all the time” or “often”. Interesting:
Are disabled drivers being left behind in the transition to electric vehicles?
Interesting article from the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) :
Interesting article from the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) :
Are disabled drivers being left behind in the transition to electric vehicles?
Consumer group head reveals how the move to electric vehicles and emerging self-driving car technology are affecting disabled drivers
www.whatcar.com
April 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Are disabled drivers being left behind in the transition to electric vehicles?
Interesting article from the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) :
Interesting article from the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) :
Do you have an understanding of health inequalities in Scotland? Are you looking for an opportunity within a vital public body?
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Learn more:
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Learn more:
Appointment of Chair to Public Health Scotland
This is an exciting time to take on this important and challenging leadership role, which offers the opportunity to make a difference to public health in Scotland.
ow.ly
April 18, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Do you have an understanding of health inequalities in Scotland? Are you looking for an opportunity within a vital public body?
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Learn more:
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of Public Health Scotland.
Learn more:
Global Disability Innovation Hub has released 'Delivering Inclusive Design in Cities: A Global Action Report', providing evidence-based steps for cities worldwide to enhance accessibility and inclusion in their physical infrastructure, buildings, services, and operations.
Read more bit.ly/3ABxhwH
Read more bit.ly/3ABxhwH
Inclusive Cities | AT2030 Programme
The Inclusive Infrastructure sub-programme, led by GDI Hub, recognises that the built environment, the world where we live, dictates our ability to use the AT we need. Access to the built environment...
bit.ly
April 17, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Global Disability Innovation Hub has released 'Delivering Inclusive Design in Cities: A Global Action Report', providing evidence-based steps for cities worldwide to enhance accessibility and inclusion in their physical infrastructure, buildings, services, and operations.
Read more bit.ly/3ABxhwH
Read more bit.ly/3ABxhwH
Hot off the press...
From 23 June 2025, young people aged 19-21 who live on Scottish islands are eligible for concessionary ferry vouchers for travel between their home island and the Scottish mainland.
Read more: www.transport.gov.scot/news/concess...
From 23 June 2025, young people aged 19-21 who live on Scottish islands are eligible for concessionary ferry vouchers for travel between their home island and the Scottish mainland.
Read more: www.transport.gov.scot/news/concess...
Concessionary ferry vouchers scheme extended | Transport Scotland
www.transport.gov.scot
April 16, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Hot off the press...
From 23 June 2025, young people aged 19-21 who live on Scottish islands are eligible for concessionary ferry vouchers for travel between their home island and the Scottish mainland.
Read more: www.transport.gov.scot/news/concess...
From 23 June 2025, young people aged 19-21 who live on Scottish islands are eligible for concessionary ferry vouchers for travel between their home island and the Scottish mainland.
Read more: www.transport.gov.scot/news/concess...