A TRANSPORT service for vulnerable children and adults is appealing for more volunteer drivers.
Somerset County Council currently provides transport for eligible non-emergency NHS patients and social care users, including trips to hospital for medical appointments or transport to day centres.
A dedicated army of nearly 200 fantastic drivers across the county currently act as volunteers, but the ageing population in Somerset means demand for transport is growing and more volunteers are needed.
Cllr David Fothergill, Somerset County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “Volunteer drivers come from all walks of life – male, female, old, young, working, retired – we even have a few couples who travel together.
“If you have a few hours to spare and enjoy driving and helping people, please get in touch.”
The only criteria for volunteer drivers is that you must be over 18, have use of your own four-door vehicle and hold a full UK driving licence with no more than six points. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed at up to 50p per mile.
For more information, contact Somerset You Can Do by phoning 01278-664180.
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