“Try a train” event set to support Preston’s visually impaired with train journeys
A Railway 200 event run by and for the visually impaired community has been created. The event, set to be held on Thursday 5 June at Preston railway station, is to encourage […]
Female attendee from Avanti Community Rail wearing sim-specs being guided by another female attendee. Sight Loss Council Engagement Manager Kelly Barton is walking alongside.
A Railway 200 event run by and for the visually impaired community has been created.
The event, set to be held on Thursday 5 June at Preston railway station, is to encourage more blind and partially sighted people to travel by train.
Hosted by Lancashire Sight Loss Council and funded by Thomas Pocklington Trust, the regional group work with organisations to make their work more inclusive.
The “Try a Train” event will give the residents the opportunity to try a rail journey to Lytham St Annes and back, without charge in an attempt to grow their confidence.
Residents will have the chance to navigate their local station, board a train and familiarise themselves with the layout of the station and tasks leading up to the journey.
Six people standing on a railway platform at Preston train station, including members of Avanti West Coast and Community Rail Lancashire. A smartly dressed staff member stands at the front of the group wearing sim specs – special glasses which simulate various eye conditions. This is part of a vision awareness session run by the SLC to raise awareness of what it means to be a blind or partially sighted passenger amongst staff.
Kelly Barton, Sight Loss Councils Engagement Manager for the North West, said: “We know that there are still so many people who are reluctant to get on a train, because of a lack of confidence and sometimes accessibility.
“We hope this event will help people feel more confident and empowered to travel by train in the future.”
“There will be plenty of help available on the day for anyone who comes along.”
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<h2>Amidst widespread inflation, some countries continue to benefit from relatively low <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/price-of-petrol/">fuel prices</a>, with global averages and national policies playing a significant role in these variances.</h2>
<p>According to data from globalpetrolprices.com, the average price of fuel worldwide stands at $1.33 per liter.</p>
<p>However, this figure masks the substantial differences in fuel costs from one country to another, largely due to varying tax regimes and subsidy policies.</p>
<p>The discrepancy in fuel prices across nations can be attributed to the specific economic strategies employed, including the level of taxes imposed on gasoline and the subsidies provided.</p>
<p>Consequently, retail prices of fuel vary significantly, reflecting individual countries' economic and policy landscapes.</p>
<p>A notable trend highlighted in the report is the correlation between a country's economic status, fuel pricing, and role in the global oil market.</p>
<p>Wealthier nations tend to have higher fuel prices, reflecting steeper taxation on energy products.</p>
<p>In contrast, less affluent countries, particularly those with substantial oil production and exportation capacities, often enjoy lower fuel prices, thanks to government subsidies and lesser tax burdens.</p>
<p>According to the report, below are the countries with significant cheapest fuel prices:</p>
<p>1. Iran</p>
<p>Iran tops the list of countries with the lowest price, with fuel sold at $0.029 ( N 26. 52) per litre.</p>
<p>Iran is one of the largest oil producers globally and often subsidizes fuel for its citizens, keeping prices low domestically.</p>
<p>2. Libya</p>
<p>Following Iran’s lead, Libya is the second cheapest gas station with the lowest fuel price of $0.031 (N43.145) per liter.</p>
<p>This is due to their huge oil reserves and government subsidies.</p>
<p>3. Venezuela</p>
<p>With a fuel price of $0.035(N48.826) per liter, Venezuela is third among the top ten countries with the lowest fuel price.</p>
<p>This country has long subsidized fuel prices for its citizens due to vast oil reserves and government policies aimed at maintaining social stability.</p>
<p>4. Egypt</p>
<p>Egypt has subsidized fuel prices to some extent, using government funds to keep prices low for its citizens.</p>
<p>With a fuel price of $0.282 per liter, Egypt joins the league of countries with cheapest fuel price.</p>
<p>5. Kuwait</p>
<p>Kuwait, a major oil exporter with significant reserves, can afford to keep fuel prices low for its population at $0.341( N476.109) per liter.</p>
<p>6. Algeria</p>
<p>Algeria is a major player in the global oil and gas market, allowing it to maintain relatively low fuel prices.</p>
<p>Algeria secures the sixth position with a fuel price of $0.342( N476.431) per liter.</p>
<p>7. Angola</p>
<p>Angola stands as the seventh country globally with the cheapest fuel prices coming in at around $0.358 (N499.411).</p>
<p>This is largely due to its significant role as an oil exporter, and its low prices are a result of its oil production capacity.</p>
<p>8. Turkmenistan</p>
<p>With fuel prices at $0.428( N597.252) per liter, Turkmenistan is often cited as one of the countries with the cheapest fuel prices globally.</p>
<p>This Central Asian nation benefits from its abundant natural gas reserves, allowing it to subsidize fuel costs for its citizens as a major gas producer and exporter.</p>
<p>9. Malaysia</p>
<p>Malaysia is also one of the countries with the cheapest fuel prices at $0.434(N605.695) per liter.</p>
<p>This is attributed to government subsidies and policies aimed at keeping fuel affordable for its citizens.</p>
<p>10. Nigeria</p>
<p>Nigeria, the leading oil producer in Africa, stands at the 22nd position worldwide, offering fuel at $ 0.487(N679.360).</p>
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