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Older people in Wales: their transport and mobility: a literature review
- Authors:
- WINDLE Gill, BURHOLT Vanessa
- Journal article citation:
- Quality in Ageing, 4(2), August 2003, pp.28-35.
- Publisher:
- Pier Professional
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
Findings from research show that older people regard owning a car as a means to independence and mobility. Car ownership is considered the norm in rural areas. However, within Wales, older people are more likely to live in rural areas and not own private transport. Mobility, hearing and sight impairments are more likely in older populations, rendering the use of public transport problematic. Difficulties include getting on and off buses, reading timetables and communicating with service personnel.