From 2 November South and west Yorkshire will be in Tier 3 High Level Restrictions. You can still travel if you cannot walk or cycle, but please choose a quiet time to catch the train and follow current travel guidelines. You can view an ‘Easy Read’ guide to travel at http://ow.ly/MU7050C81iZ
It is a difficult period for us all. We need to look out for each other and wear a face covering if we can to help stop the spread of Covid-19.
The rail industry recognises that people have hidden disabilities, and that some of us are unable to wear a face covering. This can be met with side glances from others. Transpennine Express introduced a Sunflower Lanyard scheme prior to the Covid outbreak.
If you choose to highlight your disability when travelling via rail, you can wear a card stating you are face-covering exempt, due to hidden disabilities such as hearing loss, speech loss, or that you are a vulnerable person, to name a few.
Other train operating company staff such as Northern Rail and Cross Country will be able to identify the Sunflower assist card on their lines.
We want everyone to enjoy rail travel. If you think a lanyard and or card will help you can visit the store here.
Ro and Sarah have had a socially distanced day in the office. Moved our desks in line but apart and organised the office with new storage. We are unable to work on projects involving rail travel currently, but we are updating our information about the Penistone Line and the fantastic places to visit between Huddersfield and Sheffield.
We continue to develop new initiatives for people with hidden disabilities and hopefully it won’t be too long before we can enjoy rail events again.
We are involved with various groups supporting people in our local communities. Here is some information on support for carers and people living with dementia in the Barnsley area.