Written question WQ100415
- Asked by
- John ClarkReform
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 8 days
Question
Will the Cabinet Minster explain why the new TaithCymru north Wales to south Wales coach service will not have toilets suitable for disabled access?
Answer
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport (Mark Hooper)
The new TaithCymru coaches have been designed to meet current accessibility requirements and include features such as wheelchair access and dedicated wheelchair spaces. While the vehicles are equipped with onboard toilets, they do not include a fully accessible toilet facility.
In developing the new TaithCymru fleet, careful consideration was given to balancing accessibility, passenger capacity, and operational requirements. We would advise passengers who require accessible toilet facilities to notify the driver and ask to stop at the next available/appropriate location.