The Flemish government has approved the project call 'Accessible stops'. Lydia Peeters, Flemish Minister for Mobility and Public Works, reaches out to cities and municipalities with this appeal and supports them in constructing accessible stops along municipal roads. Among other things, a subsidy of 5.000 euros (a total of 1,8 million euros) is provided for making a stop accessible or building an accessible stop. “Only 12% of the Flemish stops are accessible for people with a motor disability”, says Minister Peeters. "Since more than 60% of the stops are along municipal roads, the local authorities play a crucial role in this story."
“As Minister of Mobility, I want to stimulate a reflex around accessibility in all authorities,” said Minister Peeters. “Being mobile is essential to build and experience a quality life. Basic accessibility applies to everyone. I therefore want to ensure that people with a motor or visual impairment and people with reduced mobility can move around safely and comfortably by public transport. "
At the end of November 2020, Minister Peeters presented the 'Accessibility Master Plan', which includes a number of objectives. For example, 50% of the stops of the core network and additional network must be accessible by 2030, so that approximately 70% of travelers can count on an accessible journey. In 2021, 3,8 million euros will therefore be invested in making stops along regional roads accessible. All Hoppin points (transport hubs) must also be 100% accessible. To obtain more accessible stops along municipal roads, Minister Peeters launched the 'Accessible Stops' project call, which is part of her 'Accessibility Master Plan'.
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