Public transport plays an important role in providing access to transportation for people in cities and towns and can have a significant impact on the environment, economy, and quality of life of communities. However, for people with disabilities, using public transport can be challenging due to various physical and sensory barriers.

To address these challenges, many public transport systems offer specialized services and facilities to accommodate people with disabilities, such as:

    1. Accessible vehicles: These are vehicles designed to accommodate people with disabilities, such as buses with wheelchair ramps, low floors, and securement systems.

   2. Audio and visual information: This includes announcements, signs, and displays that provide information about the route, stops, and other relevant details for people with visual or hearing impairments.

    3. Braille and tactile signage: These are signs and displays that use raised lettering or other tactile features to provide information for people with visual impairments.

   4. Assistance from staff: Many public transport systems have trained staff members who can assist passengers with disabilities, such as helping them board or exit the vehicle, or providing directions and information.

   5. Paratransit services: These are specialized transport services designed to provide door-to-door or curb-to-curb transport for people with disabilities who are unable to use regular public transport.

    6. Priority seating: Many public transport systems reserve seating areas for people with disabilities, pregnant women, and seniors.

In addition, many countries have laws and regulations in place to ensure that public transport is accessible to people with disabilities, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States and the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) in the United Kingdom.

Overall, making public transport accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities is an important step toward creating more equitable and sustainable communities.

There are no comprehensive global statistics on transport for disabled people, but here are some key statistics from various countries and regions:

    1. United States: According to a 2017 report by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, about 25 million people with disabilities use some form of public transport in the United States and over 3 million use paratransit services.

   2. European Union: According to a 2016 study by the European Commission, about 42 million people with disabilities live in the European Union and many face barriers in accessing public transport.

    3. United Kingdom: According to a 2019 report by the Department for Transport, about 13% of households in the UK include a person with a disability, and about 12% of public transport trips are made by people with disabilities.

    4. Australia: According to a 2020 report by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, about 4.4 million people in Australia have a disability, and about 4.6% of all trips made on public transport are by people with disabilities.

     5. Japan: According to a 2018 report by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, about 4.4 million people in Japan have a disability, and the government provides subsidies and incentives to encourage transport operators to improve accessibility.

These statistics highlight the importance of accessible and inclusive transport for people with disabilities, and the need for continued efforts to address barriers and improve access to transportation services around the world.

In recent years, there have been several worldwide innovations in infrastructure for people with disabilities aimed at improving their mobility, access, and quality of life. Some of these innovations include:

Accessible Public Transportation: Many cities around the world have improved their public transportation systems to make them more accessible for people with disabilities. This includes the use of low-floor buses and trains, accessible stations, and audio and visual announcements.

Universal Design Buildings: Universal design is an approach to building design that aims to create environments that can be used by people of all abilities. This includes the use of wider doorways, ramps instead of stairs, and accessible bathrooms and kitchens.

Accessible Pedestrian Infrastructure: Many cities are making their pedestrian infrastructure more accessible for people with disabilities. This includes the installation of curb ramps, tactile paving, and audible crossing signals.

Assistive Technologies: There are many new assistive technologies that are helping people with disabilities to live more independently. For example, there are now smart home technologies that allow people to control their environment using voice commands, as well as mobility aids such as powered wheelchairs and prosthetics that are more advanced and adaptable than ever before.

Inclusive Playgrounds: In recent years, there has been a growing trend toward building inclusive playgrounds that can be used by children of all abilities. These playgrounds typically include equipment that is accessible to children with physical disabilities, as well as sensory play areas for children with autism and other sensory processing disorders.

Overall, there are many exciting innovations happening around the world that are aimed at improving the lives of people with disabilities. As technology continues to advance, we can expect to see even more advancements in this area in the coming years.