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Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme

ILC Reference NO 51:80:002
Item sourced from ILC NSW database


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Short Description
This scheme assists NSW residents who are unable to use public transport because of a qualifying severe and permanent disability. TTSS participants are allowed to travel by taxi at half fare. The maximum subsidy which can be claimed is $30.00. The scheme is administered by the NSW Ministry of Transport.

Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 07/01/2008
Info from Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme.
Central booking line available for those requiring wheelchair taxi 1800 043 187 or 02 8332 0200


More Details
. TTSS participants can book conventional taxis through the local taxi operator or hail a taxi at a taxi rank or off the street.
. Wheelchair accessible taxis in the Sydney metropolitan area may be booked through the a Central Booking Office.
. There is no limit to how many travel dockets a TTSS participant can use.
. Where possible it is advisable to book wheelchair accessible taxis in advance..
. Delays may arise during peak periods morning and afternoon with people travelling to and from work and school.
. Residents of Newcastle, Wollongong and country NSW can book both conventional and wheelchair accessible taxis through their local operator.

TAXI HOTLINE
A Taxi Hotline is available for Taxi customers to be able to report poor service or compliment a driver from 6am to 10pm. Customers can phone or email the hotline.

Application forms are available from Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme - Administration


Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
TAXI HOTLINE,   , NSW
TAXI TRANSPORT SUBSIDY SCHEME,   PARRAMATTA, NSW

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