Welcome to the Reading
and West Berkshire Branch
There are a number of providers of community transport in the region. Community transport schemes are usually run by volunteers or charity groups for the benefit of people who might find it difficult to use ordinary public transport.
Readibus provides a bus service in the Reading area for people who are unable to
use ordinary bus facilities. These services can be used on a regular or ad-
The Red Cross Transport and Escort service operates throughout Berkshire to assist clients with mobility problems.
To find out about the benefits available to people affected by a disability visit the Department for Work and Pensions web site.
The Disability Benefits web site provides a good deal of information to help people affected by a disability and provides details of the benefits available to them from the DSS, the Benefits Agency and others. In addition it provides information of businesses that cater for people with disabilities and organisations that may be able to provide assistance.
Benefits Agency Advice Line: 0800 882 200
Local Office addresses:
The Benefits Agency
Newbury Branch Office
21 West Street
NEWBURY
RG14 1BH
Phone: 01635 564000