Guidance

Demand responsive transport: local authority toolkit

How local authorities can implement a demand responsive transport service that can benefit communities.

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This guidance was published under the 2020 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government. It is under review and is no longer current guidance.

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Demand responsive transport (DRT) is a flexible service that provides shared transport to communities.

DRT can improve social inclusivity and access to services, as well as, contributing to decarbonisation.

DRT schemes have a range of purposes and benefits including:

  • addressing suppressed travel demand
  • acting as a feeder service to existing bus and rail services
  • providing an alternative to private car journeys
  • encouraging active travel

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Published 13 April 2022

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