I1L2T3   10 #61 Posted February 28, 2010 what "IF" they want to go out early? They go out early, but they pay for the fare, seeing as their passes are not valid before 0900.  My nephew (in Derbyshire) has special-needs classes, at college, which start at 0845. he gets EMA (Educational Maintenance Allowance) which is cut, if he is late.  He can't use his mobility pass, as it's not valid before 0930 out there. So he has to pay for his bus fares to get there on time in a morning.  Sorry to hear that. It's a rubbish state of affairs isn't it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Plain Talker   11 #62 Posted February 28, 2010 It's a bit of a pain, yeah, it's a pity they can't do the classes in the afternoon only or something.  The positive side is that he gets a heck of a lot out of going to college, and his confidence and capabilities are enhanced by the support and help he gets there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
wizzardofODD Â Â 10 #63 Posted February 28, 2010 first operate services into derbyshire & mobility passes are accepted from start of service on any day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
kidley   48 #64 Posted February 28, 2010 (edited) what "IF" they want to go out early? They go out early, but they pay for the fare, seeing as their passes are not valid before 0900.  My nephew (in Derbyshire) has special-needs classes, at college, which start at 0845. he gets EMA (Educational Maintenance Allowance) which is cut, if he is late.  He can't use his mobility pass, as it's not valid before 0930 out there. So he has to pay for his bus fares to get there on time in a morning.  Hi  I think you are mistaken Pt  http://www.bolsover.gov.uk/pdf/Gold%20Card%20Leaflet%202005.pdf Edited February 28, 2010 by kidley Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Binsniffer   10 #65 Posted February 28, 2010 Heres me joining this thread thinking it was about the smell of stale wee and overboiled cabbage when it is down to the "Twirley" culture... hey ho... :hihi: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Plain Talker   11 #66 Posted February 28, 2010 Hi I think you are mistaken Pt  http://citycardnottingham.co.uk/Mobility/Mobility_Citycard_travel.html  That's Nottingham, Kidley, not Bolsover (where my sis & nephew live). Or Sheffield.  And like the NE Derbys card, that one is only valid after 0930 hrs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
kidley   48 #67 Posted February 28, 2010 Hi PT  Have another look the one there now is Bolsover Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Plain Talker   11 #68 Posted February 28, 2010 NE Derbys, (Including Bolsover area)  http://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/advice-and-benefits/travel-passes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
kidley   48 #69 Posted March 1, 2010 Hi PT it seems one is saying one thing and the other is contradicting it this is the first line on my Bolsover link.  Gold Card entitles you to half fare or free travel (depending on which card you qualify for) on almost every bus and train service within Derbyshire, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also use your Gold Card to travel to and from some towns and cities in neighbouring counties if the journey starts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
lazarus   68 #70 Posted March 1, 2010 How come what seem to be asylum seekers or immigrants get to use their free bus pass before nine o`clock, whether its true or false I dont know but a bus driver told me that their lack of English is considered a disability so they qualify as disabled! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
EmilyM   10 #71 Posted March 1, 2010 what "IF" they want to go out early? They go out early, but they pay for the fare, seeing as their passes are not valid before 0900.  My nephew (in Derbyshire) has special-needs classes, at college, which start at 0845. he gets EMA (Educational Maintenance Allowance) which is cut, if he is late.  He can't use his mobility pass, as it's not valid before 0930 out there. So he has to pay for his bus fares to get there on time in a morning.  When I was at college, I received some money (about £70) towards my travel expenses, because I had to catch the bus everyday. I also had a student bus pass so it was concessionary fare all day. This was nearly 10 years ago now, but I would look into it if your nephew is under 19 or disabled. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
EmilyM Â Â 10 #72 Posted March 1, 2010 How come what seem to be asylum seekers or immigrants get to use their free bus pass before nine o`clock, whether its true or false I dont know but a bus driver told me that their lack of English is considered a disability so they qualify as disabled! Â What happens if you are an 'asylum seeker or immigrant' and over 60? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...