Young people living in remote areas of the Ryedale district could be provided with mopeds as part of a scheme to improve transport facilities in the district.
Other ideas being explored include car-sharing schemes and training volunteer drivers says Peter Oxley the Ryedale Transport Partnership project officer.
Mr Oxley said he has had talks with Arriva, the rail operator on the Scarborough to York line, Railtrack and ACORP the group which campaigns for better rail services in rural areas, and a working group is being set up to enhance Malton railway station.
Providing mopeds would improve job prospects for young people living in areas with infrequent bus services.
Villages are urged to put forward ideas for improving public transport.
"We have set up a mini-bus brokerage scheme and it is possible for villages to buy a community car for use by residents," Mr Oxley said
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