Community Transport Sussex

06/11/2026

💙 A big thank you to Collective Action Network and RPD Foundation for supporting our staff training! 💛

14 members of our Bluebird and Worthing teams recently took part in essential refresher training, covering safeguarding and disability awareness.

The training helps ensure our staff have the knowledge and skills they need to provide safe, caring and supportive journeys for the people who rely on our services.

A huge thank you to Collective Action Network and RPD Foundation for kindly providing the training room, and to our West Sussex County Council trainer for delivering the course.

We really appreciate your support in helping us keep our passengers safe and our staff up to date! 💙

06/11/2026

💙 As we round off our spotlight on our Mid Sussex depot, we wanted to hear from some of the wonderful drivers who help make it all happen! 🚐

Behind every journey is a team of dedicated people working hard to keep our communities connected.

Our drivers are the friendly faces on the ground, helping people get to appointments, go shopping, visit friends and family, and enjoy the things that many of us might take for granted.

Without our fantastic staff and volunteers delivering our charitable services day in, day out, we simply wouldn't be able to make the difference we do.

In this video, we're handing over to some of our Mid Sussex drivers to hear what they enjoy about their roles, why community transport matters to them, and what being part of the CT Sussex team means. 💙

A huge thank you to our Mid Sussex team for everything you do. Your hard work, kindness and dedication make a real difference to the people and communities we support.

👏 Please join us in showing our drivers some appreciation! Leave a thank-you in the comments below.

06/11/2026

Following the launch of our D1 white paper at Westminster, we're inviting CTA members to join our Policy & Campaigns team for an online briefing on Wednesday 2 December, 10am–11am.

The session will explore our proposals for minibus driver licensing reform, share key data and campaign messages, and explain the next steps in our work to secure a practical, training-based route to D1.

You'll also find out how you can help make the case for change, including engaging with your local MP and using the practical tools and resources available to support the campaign.

Whether you joined us at Westminster or are catching up on the campaign, this is a great opportunity to get involved, ask questions and help us drive change for the sector.

Book your place: https://ctauk.org/event/campaign-briefing-our-d1-white-paper

05/11/2026

💙 Planning for your future starts today!

Have you thought about what might help you stay independent as you get older?

Planning ahead doesn't have to be complicated. A few simple steps can make a real difference:

💬 Talk to family, friends or someone you trust about your future wishes.

🏡 Find out what support is available to help you at home.

🤝 Stay connected with your local community and make time for activities you enjoy.

🚐 Think about how you'll get out and about, visit friends, attend appointments and take part in community activities.

West Sussex County Council's Planning for Your Future booklet is full of helpful information, advice and contacts to help you think ahead and explore your options.

At CT Sussex, we know how important accessible and reliable transport can be in helping people stay independent and connected to their communities.

📖 Read the booklet and start planning for your future:
https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/media/ppeil4sn/planning_for_your_future_booklet.pdf

West Sussex County Council

04/11/2026

A big thank you to everyone who helped give our training room a fresh new look! 💙💛

We’re so grateful to Crown Paints UK for donating the paint, Lancing Parish Council for supplying the desks, and Headway for the seats.

A special thank you to Mark Collins and Uncle Brian, who generously gave their time to paint the room and help bring it all together.

Your kindness, generosity and hard work have made a real difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you for supporting CT Sussex and helping us create a welcoming space for our team’s training. 💙

04/11/2026

If you live in the Horsham district please take a few minutes to share your thoughts and complete this survey 🙏

🚐 Community transport in Horsham District – we want to hear from you!

Do you use community transport, or are you aware of the services available in your local area?

Community Transport Sussex, Horsham District Council and Healthwatch West Sussex are working together to find out more about people's awareness and experiences of community transport across Horsham District.

🚌 This includes:
🔹 Volunteer car schemes
🔹 Accessible minibuses
🔹 Dial-a-ride services
🔹 Transport for people who may find using public transport difficult

Your views are important and will help us better understand what local people know about these services and their experiences of using them.

💬 Take a few minutes to share your thoughts by completing our survey:

👉 https://ow.ly/blyr5103fQA

Thank you for helping us understand the transport needs of our local community! ❤️

03/11/2026

🌟 Nominate CT Sussex for the £1000 Draw! 🌟
We're proud to support the socially isolated and keep communities connected through our community transport services. With your help, we could receive a £1,000 donation from the Movement for Good awards!
🙌 Please nominate us today: https://movementforgood.com/draws/1000
Your nomination can make a huge difference in our efforts to bring people together and provide essential transport services. Every nomination counts!
Thank you for your support! 💙

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Training Opportunity: Free Online Su***de Awareness Training – Zero Su***de Alliance

The Zero Su***de Alliance offers a free, 30-minute online course designed to help people recognise the signs of su***de risk and develop basic su***de awareness and prevention skills.

Suitable for anyone aged 16 and over, the course is flexible, allowing participants to choose which sections to engage with. A downloadable training certificate is available on completion.

Cost: Free | Duration: Approximately 30 minutes | Location: Online

Find out more via the link in the comments 👇🏻👇🏻

28/10/2026

🏛️ CT Sussex at the House of Commons! 🚌💙

Lee and Suzy recently visited the House of Commons to attend the Community Transport Association AGM and hear more about the future of community transport.

A key topic was the new White Paper and the future of D1 driving licences, which are essential for many drivers who operate minibuses and provide community transport services.

It was a valuable opportunity to listen, learn and understand the work taking place to help protect D1 licence arrangements and support the future of our sector.

D1 licensing plays an important role in helping community transport organisations continue delivering vital journeys for people who rely on these services to access appointments, activities and their local communities.

At CT Sussex, we're proud to be part of a sector working together to ensure community transport has a strong future and can continue making a real difference to people's lives.

🎥 Watch the video to hear more about Lee and Suzy's visit!