Volunteer transport services celebrated in short film

A short film highlighting the invaluable work of volunteer car services within 
Warwickshire has been released. It highlights volunteer car services which enable 
isolated and disadvantaged residents of Warwickshire to attend medical 
appointments. 

Warwickshire Voluntary Transport commissioned the film to recognise the incredible work of the many  volunteers and the essential service they provide to the residents of Warwickshire and the local health authority. 

Last year the schemes highlighted in the film provided over 42,000 passenger journeys, making use of 317 volunteer drivers and 41 office volunteers. The use of volunteers enables the schemes to keep their running costs low, providing excellent value for money to funders. 

Unfortunately recent changes within the local health authority have resulted in the 
withdrawal of approximately 50% of funding for the schemes. WVT hopes the film 
will show how vital it is to keep these voluntary services going. 

The film can be viewed at http://www.ruralwarwickshire.org.uk/WVTfilm