22nd June 2015
The report says millions of older people are faced with travel problems.
More than half of over-65s either never use public transport or use it less than once a month, despite being eligible for free bus travel, according to the report.
Age UK said the transport system was not currently meeting the needs of the growing ageing population.
The report also claims it is the oldest, those in poor health and those living in rural areas who are let down the most by public transport.
Please visit the BBC website to read the article in full.
The opening speeches by Lord Gardiner, Richard Quallington and Deborah Clarke with information about Village Halls Week and Events for the week.
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