Some pedestrian routes in Funchal have insufficient street lighting, making it difficult to identify uneven pavement, steps, obstacles, and changes in ground level after dark. This creates additional risks for older people, individuals with visual impairments, and people with reduced mobility, limiting their ability to move independently and safely at night.
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Install a weather-protected bus shelter with accessible seating, including armrests and back support to help passengers sit down and stand up safely.
A bus stop in Funchal lacks adequate seating and protection from the weather, making it difficult for elderly passengers, pregnant people, and individuals with reduced mobility to wait comfortably. Passengers who cannot stand for long periods may struggle to use public transport independently, particularly during long waiting times or heavy rain.
A pedestrian crossing in Funchal has high kerbs on both sides, making it difficult for wheelchair users, people with walkers, and parents with pushchairs to cross safely. The lack of a smooth transition between the pavement and road forces some pedestrians to look for alternative crossing points or rely on assistance, reducing their independence and […]
Widen the pavement where possible to provide a clear, continuous path of at least 1.5 metres. Relocate street furniture and other obstacles, repair uneven surfaces, and install accessible dropped kerbs at crossings.
A section of pavement in central Funchal is too narrow for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility to pass safely. Street furniture and uneven paving further restrict the available space, forcing pedestrians to move onto the road to continue their journey. This creates a safety risk and limits independent mobility. The pavement should be […]