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“Makaton Master” shares skills with fellow students
A specialist further education college is challenging children and adults to learn Makaton and to help raise funds for the organisation. The BBC reported that number of students at The…
Expert advocates universal design to speed-up workspace accessibility
A neurodiversity specialist says employers could revolutionise HR processes by changing the way they think about making workspaces accessible. Nancy Doyle, founder of Genius Within and co-founder of the Centre…
Charity reports “horrific” delays in adapting homes for elderly
Age UK has reported that two-thirds of local authorities took longer than the recommended six months to deliver an adaptation through the Disabled Facilities Grant, with the longest taking more…
Blind football fan says clubs are “turning away supporters”
A blind football fan is calling on more clubs – especially in the lower leagues – to improve inclusivity at stadiums. Charlie Beeston told the BBC that facilities at his…
Athletes challenge sportswear industry over single trainers
A Paralympian has criticised Nike for using amputee mannequins to promote its products when it doesn't sell single trainers. Stef Reid, a single-leg amputee, told BBC Newsbeat she was only…
Artist features guide dog in Paws on the Wharf trail
An artist who is registered blind is exhibiting a sculpture of her guide dog. The BBC reported that Somerset-based artist Angela Charles has shown her art publicly since 1989 but…
Actor with autism tells of Big Brother experience
A star of the Netflix TV show Heartstopper has revealed how his autism posed a constant challenge as a contestant in the latest series of ITV's Celebrity Big Brother. Bradley…
Building society adds BSL website
Nationwide Building Society has rolled out a new digital service by providing its website in British Sign Language (BSL). The Independent reported that the organisation has partnered with BSL technology company Signly to…
Writer catalogues her hotel horrors
Accessibility in hotels came under the spotlight in The Huffington Post after writer Niamh Ní Hoireabhaird experienced a late-night letdown on arrival at her accommodation in Brussels. She reported: “My…
Heritage site adds to accessibility features
Blenheim Palace has improved accessibility to its main building with the installation of a new and improved lift. The media reported that the project means every visitor can now enter…
