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Operator to act on bike blocking pavements
October 12, 2026
Ian Streets
E-bike company Lime has apologised to a blind couple after an app glitch led to bikes being left to block pavements in south-east London. The BBC reported that Jessica and…
Read moreScope calls for action to halve Disability Employment Gap
October 5, 2026
Ian Streets
The disability charity Scope UK has reported on the practical barriers which it says face disabled people trying to achieve employment equality. The analysis also looks at the role workplace…
Read moreDriving instructors trained to teach neurodivergent learners
September 28, 2026
Ian Streets
A driving school in Norfolk has become what it believes is the first in the county to have its entire team trained to teach neurodivergent learners. KSM Driving Tuition owner…
Read moreBrothers build mobility aids using 3D printers
September 21, 2026
Ian Streets
Two brothers from Plymouth are using 3D printers to make life-changing mobility aids for children living with disabilities. Engineers Josh and Max Dixon are part of a global network of…
Read moreBus NAPs designed to improve accessibility
September 14, 2026
Ian Streets
The government has announced that all local transport authorities (LTAs) in England must publish an initial bus network accessibility plan (Bus NAP) by 1 April 2027. The report, which was…
Read moreInstitute calls for investment to make transport accessible
August 6, 2026
Ian Streets
Investing in the UK transport network to make it accessible to disabled passengers could boost the economy by £176bn by helping millions more people into work, according to a report…
Read moreGovernment urged to halt plans for floating bus stops
August 3, 2026
Ian Streets
A panel of disability experts has urged the government to call a halt to all new floating bus stops because ‘dangerous cyclists’ refuse to stop at their zebra crossings, a report…
Read moreDisabled content creator highlights barriers with theatre booking process
July 27, 2026
Ian Streets
A disability content creator and campaigner has highlighted how “barriers” in the ticket booking process and limited availability of accessible seating “absolutely affect how often disabled people attend cultural events”.…
Read moreHeathrow trial will help improve accessibility at airport
July 13, 2026
Ian Streets
Mobility services specialist WHILL, Inc.has revealed details of a trial of its autonomous service which it says marks another milestone in the expansion of its global autonomous mobility network across…
Read morePilot plan to improve beach access
July 6, 2026
Ian Streets
A pilot project aims to improve access to beaches and the sea for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions, according to the BBC. The Beach Access Project, led by…
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