Decision details

The aim of this project is, through the introduction of independent travel training (ITT) across Lancashire, to improve the quality of life of individuals who currently rely on local authority transport support and in doing so reduce reliance on non-statutory transport provision; which will reduce the costs of providing transport in an increasingly challenging financial climate. Travel training also enables people to travel in a more sustainable way (i.e. by public transport, on foot or by bicycle) and prepare/equip individuals for adulthood.

County Councillor Matthew Tomlinson, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Schools approved the setting up of an Independent Travel Training Service for 0-25 year olds as set out in this report, and to the funding being provided from grant funding on a sliding scale over the first three years of the service.