Ignorant People

mazza111

wildwestfan wrote: »

In my area they simply suggest that certain seats are offered to those more likely to need them. As nearly all of our buses are single deck then surely even if a person has mobility issues then any seat will do as long as they have one.

As LostinRates said...

lostinrates wrote: »

Some people with some mobility issues take longer to get to the door than other disabilities. I rarely take public transport any more, but what actually ends up happening is I end up trying to get to the doors the stop or two before, in the stationary periods, because its happened I don't have time and the driver has not seen me or heard me yelp in a busy bus (and of course train is useless) when I cannot get to the door in time.

Spot on. Never mind trying to hold on tight when the bus is moving when you're battling with crutches, wrist, knee and thumb braces. Drivers either don't seem to have the time or give people the time to sit when getting on the bus. When all you can manage is a few steps, then there's a big difference between the front and the back of the bus!


Dori2o - I'm guessing you asked for the seat politely, so there was no excuse for him to speak to you like that

Humphrey10

If you need a seat, ask for one. I don't believe for one second that you will ever get a whole bus or train carriage full of knobheads who won't give you a seat.
I think expecting people to offer you a seat is rude too, why should other people risk being shouted at ("why are you offering me a seat, are you saying I'm fat/old/etc??!!")?

Humphrey10

lostinrates wrote: »

(and of course train is useless)

Book assistance, you don't need to be in a wheelchair to use it. Then there will be someone waiting at the other end, who will not let the train leave until you have got out, plus if the step is a problem they can get the ramp out for you to walk up/down.

wildwestfan

Humphrey10 wrote: »

Book assistance, you don't need to be in a wheelchair to use it. Then there will be someone waiting at the other end, who will not let the train leave until you have got out, plus if the step is a problem they can get the ramp out for you to walk up/down.

We always book wheelchair assistance for trains and airports. Amazing service. Our daughter was amazed to see how well we were treated at the airports, always someone waiting at the destination airport as well. Whole row of seats even if there are only 2 of you. Disabled person always asked to sit by the window though, presumably so they don't impede anyone in an emergency and the staff know exactly where those who would need extra help are.

lostinrates

Humphrey10 wrote: »

Book assistance, you don't need to be in a wheelchair to use it. Then there will be someone waiting at the other end, who will not let the train leave until you have got out, plus if the step is a problem they can get the ramp out for you to walk up/down.

Thank you, I didn't even know this was an option.

I usually sit in one of those draughty seats by the door in the middle bit between carriages so I know I can get there:D

Blackpool_Saver

I can remember when there were signs on buses that said "Children must not occupy seats whilst adult passenger are standing". Now in those days that sign wasn't needed, today it is BUT it isn't displayed

wildwestfan

You should all live here, although on 2nd thoughts perhaps not. I have seen our bus drivers stop right outside peoples houses to pick them up or for them to alight. I have even seen a bus driver make a detour to take an old lady to her door. He then helped her off safely took her shopping to her door. No it wasn't his Mum.

They wait until us oldies are sat down before going and I have never heard a grumble about the time it takes people to get off, in fact our drivers tell people quite firmly not to stand up until the bus stops in case they have a fall.

mazza111

Humphrey10 wrote: »

Book assistance, you don't need to be in a wheelchair to use it. Then there will be someone waiting at the other end, who will not let the train leave until you have got out, plus if the step is a problem they can get the ramp out for you to walk up/down.

I've actually never thought of doing that for train journeys, shows how often I use the train, but very good point

jacques_chirac

dori2o wrote: »

The wording says:

Priority Seating, for people who are disabled, pregnant or less able to stand

So yes the seats are for all disabled people, and if the guy I asked was disabled then all he had to do was to say so and I'd have apologised for asking, but he chose to tell me to 'Pi55 off'.

Perhaps they did not wish to disclose the fact that they were disabled? Not everyone likes to shout about it!

wildwestfan

lostinrates wrote: »

Thank you, I didn't even know this was an option.

I usually sit in one of those draughty seats by the door in the middle bit between carriages so I know I can get there:D

Usually you just tell one of the porters you need assistance. Or the bigger stations have a designated office. We are usually taken to the platform and then when the train comes in the person helping us makes sure we get on the right coach, stows the luggage and makes sure we have a seat. i think they then tell your arrival station what coach you are in so they are waiting to help you at journey end.

We have always booked the assistance in advance but even if you don't they will always try to find someone to help you.