Title

A new approach to rural public transport

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

2008

Subject Area

Location - Rural, Location - UK, Modes of Transport - Taxi, Transport programs - Demand responsive transport, Transport programs - Flexible Transport Solutions, Transport programs - Multi Purpose Taxi Program

Abstract

Although public transit use has increased lately, public transit services remain notoriously poor in rural areas of the United Kingdom. This paper explores the use of innovation in public transit, to improve accessibility and quality of life for rural residents. It looks particularly at the demand responsive use of shared taxis in Europe. It discusses barriers to instituting shared taxis in rural areas, and offers recommendations for countering these barriers.