Ten months into facing the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis in Europe and around the world, providers of Services of General Interest work tirelessly to ensure that essential and high-quality services continue to be safe and available to citizens and businesses even in these unprecedented times. During the lockdowns across Europe, public transport remained active and ensured the continued mobility of essential front-line worker.

Yesterday, CEEP underlined the health and safety of using all modes of public transportation during and after COVID-19 and calls for strategic action that supports this public good for a resilient and green future for cities.

There is enough evidence to demonstrate that, when measures recommended by the health authorities are implemented, the risk of infection with COVID-19 in public transport is very low. Public transport remains one of the safest ways to move around the city and keep cities alive. With the right measures, public transport is COVID-safe.
Public transport is fundamental to achieving sustainable urban mobility, building resilient cities, combating climate change, and boosting local economies leaving no one and no place behind.

Consult the letter’s recommendations here.