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Study highlights “national embarrassment” of public transport accessibility

March 21, 2025
Ian Streets
Disabled people have told BBC News of "humiliation" and "sub-human treatment" as a senior group of MPs warned accessibility on public transport is a "national embarrassment". The BBC said a…
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Autistic entrepreneur’s ideas are tailor-made to meet sensory needs

March 12, 2025
Ian Streets
An autistic entrepreneur has created her own business helping neurodivergent people find clothes for their sensory needs after she struggled to shop for and wear clothes herself. The BBC reported…
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Training session helps coaches support visually impaired golfers

March 2, 2025
Ian Streets
RNIB Scotland worked in collaboration with Scottish Golf and Scottish Disability Sport Golf to deliver a training course at the home of the sport which will equip more coaches to…
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Report names Tenby top for accessible attractions

January 22, 2025
Ian Streets
A picturesque seaside town in Wales famous for its sandy shoreline, scenic beaches and historic charm has been named “most accessible” in the UK according to new research. The Express…
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Tennis champ calls for more action to make sport accessible

January 15, 2025
Ian Streets
A tennis player who won gold at the Special Olympics has said there needs to be more sport sessions for people with intellectual disabilities. The BBC reported that Adam Brownsword,…
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Bank promises to “do better” with mystery shopper policy

January 8, 2025
Ian Streets
Barclays is facing criticism over adverts for paid “mystery shoppers” which suggested that people could pretend to be blind or deaf to test the services at the British bank’s high…
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Family priced out of visits to park by charges for “essential companions”

January 1, 2025
Ian Streets
The mother of a boy with autism has told the BBC she is disappointed with the decision to remove free entry for parents and carers of children with disabilities at…
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Accessibility campaigner wins claim against hotel

December 24, 2024
Ian Streets
A blind man who was turned away from his booking at a London hotel because of his guide dog has said it was "so humiliating". BBC Online reported the experience…
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Report raps universities over support for disabled students

December 20, 2024
Ian Streets
Cambridge University has been ranked the worst in the country for the support it offers its disabled students, according to the results of a recent study. ITV News reported that…
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Lego introduces lanyard to highlight hidden disabilities

December 13, 2024
Ian Streets
The world’s biggest toymaker says it hopes the sunflower lanyard will help people “embrace diversity, value inclusivity and remove stigma”. Lego has announced it is adding several characters who wear sunflower lanyards to…
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