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Dad makes breakthrough with accessible game controllers
March 21, 2023
Ian Streets
A father who has been making video game controllers more accessible for disabled children has welcomed gaming companies getting more involved in the process. The BBC reported that Rory Steel…
Read moreDame Judi joins row over blue badge ban
March 14, 2023
Ian Streets
DAME Judi Dench is backing a campaign to reverse the ban on blue badge holders from streets in York city centre. The Oscar-winning actress, who comes from York, told The…
Read moreArsenal top of the league for BSL service
March 7, 2023
Ian Streets
Premier League leaders Arsenal have announced that a British Sign Language (BSL) service will be fully integrated at the Emirates Stadium for the first time when the Gunners play Bournemouth.…
Read moreThe benefits of keeping it all quiet on the office front
February 28, 2023
Ian Streets
You might have to whisper it in some boardrooms, but there’s a growing recognition within business that quiet spaces are important and can increase wellbeing and therefore productivity. Many employers…
Read moreDesigns for people with disabilities star at London Fashion Week
February 21, 2023
Ian Streets
The Metro newspaper and website highlighted Victoria Jenkins, the woman behind the Unhidden brand, for her work presenting on-trend yet wearable designs for people with disabilities. Featured designs included tailored…
Read moreSurvey highlights obstacles to walking and wheeling
February 10, 2023
Ian Streets
An organisation which brands itself as the charity making it easier for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle has partnered with Transport for All to conduct the Disabled Citizens' Inquiry.…
Read morePartnership approach improves hospital signage
January 27, 2023
Ian Streets
A meeting with Cornwall Council’s Learning Disability Team prompted led to significant changes in signage at hospitals across the county. The Cornish Times reported that Cilla Long, a Patient Experience…
Read moreRemote working behind rise in employment for Americans with disabilities
January 20, 2023
Ian Streets
Reports from the United States say that Americans with disabilities are enjoying an unprecedented employment boom — thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Los Angeles Times reported that widespread acceptance…
Read moreCar park closure blamed for access problems
January 14, 2023
Ian Streets
Wheelchair users and vulnerable people are turning away from a shopping centre because there is "no disabled access or parking", according to a BBC report. BBC online reported that access…
Read moreITVX claims BSL worldwide streaming first
January 7, 2023
Ian Streets
The launch of ITVX has given deaf viewers will access to a British Sign Language channel with ITV claim is a worldwide streaming first. The channel solely features signed programming,…
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