Demand Responsive Transport
DHC has developed a wealth of knowledge on how to develop and evaluate Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) schemes and services. We have examined both how DRT relates to other forms of public transport, and how it relates to wider policy objectives.
Demand Responsive Transport - The role of Community Transport in making it work better (PDF 489KB)
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Projects
- Merseyside Demand Responsive Transport Review (2005) (PDF, 60KB) Examined the operation of dial-a-ride, joblink, taxi and other existing demand responsive services in Merseyside and made recommendations for improvements. The work involved identifying gaps in fixed bus service networks and reviewed the costs and operations of public transport in different locations. The work also explored the potential for coordination in the delivery of DRT and improved linkages with other service providers, including Ambulance Services, Community Transport operators, and Social Services.
- Demand Responsive Travel Review (2004) for the Scottish Executive. The work reviewed best practice on DRT delivery, including reviewing many existing schemes and pilot projects. National guidance on developing and implementing DRT within transport systems was also prepared.
- Community and Demand Responsive Transport in the Highlands (2004) DHC and the TAS Partnership investigated the role of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) in developing Community and Demand Responsive Transport in the Highlands.
- Demand Responsive Transport in Aberdeenshire (2003-2006) This project reviewed transport needs in rural Aberdeenshire and developed and designed DRT to close the gaps in network coverage. DRT implementation was reviewed and monitored.
- Co-ordinating Individual Action Programmes - CO-OPERATE (2003-04) (PDF, 67KB) This project for DfT and EPSRC reviewed techniques for widening ownership of transport problems and solutions. The work identified practical approaches for understanding motivations and harnessing them towards transport delivery. Additional CO-OPERATE papers are also available.
Related Services
Contact
For further information on this topic, or to informally discuss a future project, please contact Alex Hilliam.
Last updated April 2006 by Tim.