Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions he has had with the Civil Aviation Authority in the last 12 months on support for disabled travellers on flights.

Aviation accessibility is a priority for the Government. The Department for Transport has regular discussions with Civil Aviation Authority on a range of relevant topics, including consumer rights, accessibility and ensuring appropriate support is available for passengers who need it.

In June last year, the Department and the Civil Aviation Authority wrote jointly to industry to set out their expectations of the sector, and on 27 March 2023 a joint letter was sent to CEOs across the aviation sector to set out expectations ahead of the Summer 2023 season. These letters included the provision of assistance to disabled and less mobile passengers.