Yes, if you live in Doncaster and you:
have any disability which seriously impairs your ability to walk
have a learning disability;
have been, or would be, refused a driving licence on medical grounds (other than on the grounds of persistent misuse of drugs and/or alcohol) e.g. epilepsy
are profoundly deaf
are without the use of both arms
are registered blind or partially-sighted
receive the higher rate of Disability Living Allowance (Mobility part)
receive a war pensioner's mobility supplement.
If you are 65 or older, unless you are registered blind or partially-sighted or need the 'with carer' pass, you must apply for a Senior Citizen's Travel pass, but it is not valid until 9am on Mondays to Fridays (all day on weekends and bank holidays).
Senior Citizen's Travel passes are available from the age of 60.
There is no lower age limit to apply for a Mobility Travel Pass.
The 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage has much more information on this area.
Mobility Passes are valid on all bus, tram and local train services (standard class travel) within South Yorkshire, except late night services.
You must pay the appropriate ordinary fare for any part of a tram or train journey that is outside South Yorkshire. If you board the train at a staffed station, you must buy your ticket before boarding.
From the 1st April 2008 you (and a carer if you qualify for the 'with carer' pass) can also travel for free on any off peak local bus journey in England. Off peak is from 9.30am to 11.00pm Monday to Friday and all day at weekends or bank holidays. The concessions in South Yorkshire continue to apply after the 1st April 2008 but only to South Yorkshire pass holders.
The 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage has much more information on this area.
A leaflet called 'How Far Can I Go?' can be obtained from a Travel Information Centre, or by calling 'Traveline' on Rotherham (01709) 515151. All calls are charged at local rate.
If you think you might qualify, you should fill in an application form. An Adobe Acrobat version of our application form can be downloaded from the 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage. You can also contact us by phoning (01302) 735336, or writing to the address given above.
When you send or hand your form in to us, you may also need to include proof of your disability. The type of proof depends on the reason that you are applying for the mobility pass. The application form tells you what proof we need.
Once we have all the information we need, we will write to you and let you know if you qualify for a Mobility Travel Pass.
The 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage has the claim form and much more information on this area.
This scheme is operated by all of the authorities in South Yorkshire. If you live in Barnsley, Rotherham or Sheffield you should contact your local council.
Your Mobility Travel Pass is issued for a period not exceeding five years, or until you reach 65 years of age, whichever comes first.
There are exceptions: passes are issued 'for life' if you are blind or partially sighted or continue to satisfy the criteria for a pass and you need a carer to travel with you. Passes can also be awarded without a two year limit (but will still end at 65) depending on the medical/ disability reasons for qualifying for a pass and each application will be considered for this.
Your Travel Pass can be renewed, if you are under 65, up to a month before it expires. The expiry date will be shown on the front of the pass. You will need to complete a new application form and provide proof of your disability. An Adobe Acrobat version of our application form can be downloaded from the 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage. You can also contact us by phoning (01302) 735336, or writing to the address given above.
Once we have all the information we need, we will write to you and let you know if you still qualify for a Mobility Travel Pass.
The 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage has much more information on this area.
If you have any other questions about Mobility Travel Passes or want to download a claim form, please see our 'Information About The Mobility Travel Passes' webpage. Alternatively you can ring us on (01302) 735336, write to us or come in and see us at: Colonnades House, Duke Street, Doncaster, DN1 1ER. The office is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm.
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