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Wiltshire bus buddies scheme supports elderly to travel

A new scheme across Wiltshire is helping elderly people to gain the confidence to use public transport again.

Age UK provides a 'travel friend' to accompany people on their journey.

Lesley Ricketts said of her bus buddy Brian: "He's made me feel amazing. He was so kind and gave me confidence."

Video journalist: Thomas Blackham

7 May 2023

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