The Department for Transport (DfT) said it will bring forward new regulations to force bus companies to provide the announcements on services and will offer £3.5m grants to help smaller firms achieve this.
It will also work with Network Rail to improve safety with a new programme to install all station platforms with tactile paving, while a 'Passenger Assist' app will simplify communication with rail staff.
Legislation covering taxis and private hire vehicles will also be introduced to protect disabled passengers from being overcharged.
Accessibility minister Chris Heaton-Harris said: “Disabled passengers should be empowered to use all forms of transport with the same confidence as everyone else – whether by taxi, train, bus or ferry. Today’s measures will have a positive, real-life impact and double-down on our promise to build back fairer from Covid-19.”
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