P-06-1533 Review and update Provisions 2-10 of The Learner Travel Measure (Wales) 2008

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This petition was submitted by Rebecca Smart, having collected a total of 2,185 signatures.

Text of petition:

We, the undersigned, request the Welsh Government to review and update provisions 2-10 of the Learner Travel Measure (Wales) 2008. Namely, local authorities’ duty to assess learner travel needs and transport arrangements, including travel limits. Post-16 and nursery education travel. Equality in travel arrangements and promotion of the Welsh Language.
In 2021, Welsh ministers committed to reviewing the Measure, highlighting the issues; however, it remains unchanged.

Additional information:

This request follows sustained concerns from members of the public and independent bodies, including the Children’s Commissioner for Wales, surrounding child welfare, such as safety, impact on mental well-being, education, and children's physical health.
In 2021, Welsh ministers noted issues with the current Measure, some of which extended beyond the scope of current legislation, saying a do-nothing approach was inappropriate. It concluded that interim work justified a comprehensive review of the Measure, preventing “further inequality, inconsistency in provision and further outdated codes and guidance”. However, members stated there was no time within the administration to begin a formal process to change the Measure before the pre-election period started, so it remains unchanged.

Status

This petition was considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 09/02/2026. 

Full details of the consideration of this petition by the Committee and related documents can be seen on the Meetings tab above. 

It was first considered by the Petitions Committee on 24/11/2025. 

Senedd Constituency and Region

• Ogmore
• South Wales West

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