Getting to Pioneer Court made even easier

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has released the “Wheels 2 Work” scheme for employees.

The scheme is designed to provide an innovative way of overcoming transport barriers by hiring an electric motorbike or electric bicycle to working age people in the Tees Valley for up to a six-month period, until a longer-term transport solution can be found.

Who is Tees Valley Wheels 2 Work for?

To be eligible for the scheme you need to be able to answer yes to the statements below:

• I live in the Tees Valley (Darlington, Stockton, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland)

• I have a firm offer of a job, training course or college place, and am able to produce written proof OR I am already in work, training or college, but am struggling to get there

• There is no convenient public transport for my journey

• I am at least 17 years’ old

• If under 18, I have a parent or guardians’ consent to join the scheme

• I have a provisional driving licence

• I am willing to undertake and pass the CBT (Compulsory Basic Training)

• I am able pay the upfront payment and regular hire payments required for the duration of the hire period

• I am able to pay the required insurance excess in the event of an accident, damage or theft (£500)

• I will comply with the terms and conditions of the hire

How does the hire work?

An electric motorbike or bicycle can be hired from the scheme for £21 a week to support eligible Tees Valley residents who are unable to access employment or training due to living in remote areas which are currently not well serviced by public transport links or who work outside of normal working hours.

For more information from and to register your interest in the scheme, please call Tees Valley Combined Authority on 01642 130833 or email info@teesvalleyw2w.org.

https://teesvalley-ca.gov.uk/work/employment/tees-valley-wheels-2-work/