THE only Accessibility Officer at any bus company in the country – who works for Brighton and Hove Buses – has been awarded a national Everywoman award for services to the customer.

Victoria Garcia was honoured at a ceremony at the Marriot Hotel in Grosvenor Square in London at the Everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards – set up to recognise inspirational female role models.

Victoria, who has worked for Brighton and Hove Buses for eight years said: “I have the best job in the world with the best bosses and I’m just?doing what I love.

“So?to then receive such a prestigious award for doing something I love is nothing short of striking?gold.

Brighton and Hove Buses Managing Director Martin Harris said: “We’re not just here to provide a very good bus service but to add value to the community – of which we’re an essential part – by supporting its economic, environmental and social objectives.

“Victoria’s work has influenced and shaped not just our understanding of these communities but our role and responsibilities within it.

“Victoria absolutely deserves this award.

“She’s such a credit to the company and has earned this through sheer hard work.”

Victoria, mother of three, has overseen a number of accessibility initiatives.

It is one of only a couple of bus companies in the country to offer a taxi guarantee scheme for wheelchair users.