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<p>The Government is committed to ensuring that disabled people have the same access
to transport and opportunities to seek employment as everyone else. In July 2018 the
Government launched the Inclusive Transport Strategy (ITS) which sets out key policy
and investment priorities to deliver an inclusive transport system.</p><p><em> </em></p><p>Access
to Work is a publicly funded employment support programme that aims to help more disabled
people start, or stay in, work. It can provide practical and financial support for
people who have a disability or long term physical or mental health condition. The
scheme is demand-led and offers a discretionary grant, administered by Jobcentre Plus
(JCP). Support for disabled workers can include travel to work and travel within work
as well as specialised aids, equipment and support workers.</p>
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