Badges and Cards

The "please offer me a seat" badges and cards are an innovative idea undertaken by TfL to ensure the comfort and safety of all passengers who are in need and aren't physically evident such as those with- impairments, conditions or illnesses. 

• available for use on all TfL services: London Underground, Overground, TfL Rail, Buses, DLR, Trams and River services!

My excessive use of transport means naturally when I see an individual who is fragile, pregnant or even just in need of a seat I am first to offer, however, the use of the badges makes it visibly clear when someone is in need and highlighting this. As we go through our everyday oblivious to some of the difficulties some face in maneuvering and being able to operate especially with the busy network travel links we have in London. 
Speaking to a fellow passenger today, A young man who suffers from autism on his way to Uni, about how he feels having access to the badge and his response was that the ability to get a seat when in need has "assisted and prompted me to use the TfL more" indicating the success of the badge 
Further, into our chat, we concluded it has reduced his anxiety and risk of panic attacks for instance as there is not that guilt of people looking at you for taking a seat as he may not look like he is in need. "Particularly on the central line and how claustrophobic it is!" it allows for him to have his own space and continue about his travels. Allowing him not to feel uncomfortable by explaining his reasoning and feeling vulnerable. 

They are easily accessible and super easy to order, so if you know or are in need of one: click here  to apply for one!!!

Hanna!

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