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Wheelchair Accessible Taxis
Wheelchair accessible taxis (WATs) are a key part of the NSW public transport system and are designed to provide transport for people with special needs.
Drivers of WAT vehicles undergo special training prior to being issued with a Driver Authority.
Residents of NSW who are unable to use public transport and rely on WATs because of a severe and permanent disability may qualify for the Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme (TTSS).
The scheme subsidises the travel cost of TTSS participants, allowing them to travel by taxi at half fare. The maximum subsidy that can be claimed is $30.00. Further information on the TTSS.
Incentive Payment for Wheelchair Accessible Taxi Drivers
The NSW Government is undertaking a twelve month trial of an incentive payment to wheelchair taxi drivers when they carry passengers in wheelchairs.
From 1 December 2007, drivers of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis (WATs) will be able to claim $7.70 plus GST for each wheelchair passenger carried. The trial will be funded by the Taxi Advisory Committee at no cost to passengers.
This payment is only for the driver of the WAT and is designed to improve reliability and response times for passengers, and to support WAT drivers in achieving these improvements. Further information on how the trial will operate.
The NSW Government is committed to improving wheelchair accessible taxi services and supporting WAT drivers in achieving these improvements.
Further information regarding the trial can be obtained by contacting the special Toll Free Telephone Number 1800 200 592.
