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Nike accused of ableism over advert slogan
May 18, 2026
Ian Streets
Get Yourself Active and Disability Rights UK have criticised Nike’s recent advertising slogan, “Runners welcome. Walkers tolerated” as ableist and exclusionary. The groups announced on the Get Yourself Active website…
Read moreBlind swimmer in search for chaperone
May 11, 2026
Ian Streets
A devoted swimmer who is registered blind is appealing via the BBC for a dedicated chaperone so he can take to open water on a more regular basis. Simon Wilkes,…
Read moreWorkplace barriers confront disabled engineers and technologists
May 4, 2026
Ian Streets
Many employers within engineering and technology are said to be struggling to build adequate systems and shape a culture that ensures disabled people have an inclusive workplace experience. The Institution…
Read moreBrands urged to help neurodivergent shoppers
April 27, 2026
Ian Streets
The founders of a company which promises to help brands design neuro-inclusive retail experiences and workplaces have shared their insight with Vogue Business. Husband and wife Olly and Amelia Markeson…
Read moreWheelchair user tells of club ordeal
April 20, 2026
Ian Streets
An 18-year-old woman who was escorted out of a nightclub after she was told her wheelchair was a safety risk has described the ordeal as "embarrassing and infuriating". Maddie Haining,…
Read moreRobo dogs impress in trials
April 13, 2026
Ian Streets
Science, technology and innovation news website New Atlas has reported how guide dogs are going robotic and have even added conversation to their array of skills. The website said the…
Read moreSecond chance for Tube stations over step-free access
April 6, 2026
Ian Streets
Five Tube stations that were initially rejected for step-free access have been given a “second chance” to be upgraded, according to a report in The Standard. The paper reported that Transport for…
Read moreHarvey breaking down barriers in Eastenders
March 30, 2026
Ian Streets
A mum whose five-year-old deafblind son has made his acting debut in EastEnders told the BBC of her pride, and of her hope that it will "break down barriers" for…
Read moreGaps in design to accommodate neurodiversity
March 23, 2026
Ian Streets
Neurodiversity should now be treated as a core component of workplace value, according to a construction industry expert. Melani King of ADP Consulting used a comment piece on Building, an…
Read moreReport calls for action over inclusion in universities
March 16, 2026
Ian Streets
Disabled staff in UK universities are delivering the message that inclusion is still too often an aspiration rather than a lived reality. The higher education website WONKHE reported that early…
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