AIBU to expect to be a priority getting on a bus in a wheelchair

[Worrysaboutalot]

I am going to start using buses whilst in my power chair.

Apart from wondering how I will physically be able to get on to the bus, I would like to know what is the law regarding prams and wheelchairs.

Do I have priority over a pram or not ?

Can I insist that a pram is folded, so I can get on?

There is only 1 bus every 2 hours between my village and the shopping centre, so I really can't risk being stranded there. On other hand I need to get out of the house too.

Any advice welcome. I am in the North West if that makes any difference.

I have my medical driving license!

I have it for five years and then I have to renew it.

I am so very very pleased. So when the mobility car arrives in January, then I will be free and independent.

Remember too that some people with prams are also disabled. Eg they are incapable of walking Far or standing without pain or manipulating a pushchair without pain. Or their toddler is in the pushchair because of the toddlers disability which may or may not be diagnosed.

Some people are just twonks though.

Maybe those that need the space should club together and campaign for more adaptable seating.

That's brilliant news @Worrysaboutalot

I'm really pleased for you 🚗😊🛍

If you're just going for a potter around the shopping centre for a bit of freedom then it would be considerate to let someone who needs the journey more than you to stay on the bus even though you "have priority"

What the actual fuck did I just read.

@TracyBeakerSoYeah

That's brilliant news *@Worrysaboutalot*

I'm really pleased for you 🚗😊🛍

Thank you