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Air charter offers hope for disabled passengers
December 14, 2018
Ian Streets
Drones notwithstanding, disabled passengers could face a brighter future with air travel under new measures being considered by the government. Accessibility minister Nusrat Ghani said a new charter which has…
Read moreAwards highlight a route out of workplace discrimination
December 5, 2018
Ian Streets
In one of those “cloud and silver lining scenarios” celebrations were definitely in order for the recent Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs, but among some they were muted because the…
Read moreTime for digital mapping to drive improvements
November 18, 2018
Ian Streets
Acknowledgement that accessibility is an international issue comes with an article from the website of The Atlantic, a magazine first published in Boston in 1857. It’s a compelling, if lengthy,…
Read moreM&S earns praise for easy dressing range
October 2, 2018
Ian Streets
Marks & Spencer has won plaudits from customers and the media after launching what it claims is a “high street first” with a range of clothing specifically designed for children…
Read moreReport highlights links between disability and poverty
September 20, 2018
Ian Streets
A new report from an independent commission reveals that people with a disability are much more likely than non-disabled people to be living in poverty. The Social Metrics Commission (SMC)…
Read moreGolf groups highlight benefits of inclusive sport
September 10, 2018
Ian Streets
The benefits of sport for disabled people – and of disabled people for sport – are highlighted by the case of a golfer with a prosthetic leg who is suing…
Read morePurple Tuesday to promote accessible shopping
August 24, 2018
Ian Streets
The benefits for businesses of improving accessibility will be highlighted by Purple Tuesday – billed as the UK’s first accessible shopping day. The event, due to take place on Tuesday…
Read moreBlue Badge changes are a welcome move
August 8, 2018
Ian Streets
Disabled people and representative groups have provided mixed feedback to the Government’s announcement that the Blue Badge scheme is to be extended to cover hidden disabilities. The Transport Minister, Jesse…
Read moreAir travel accessibility issues highlighted
July 24, 2018
Ian Streets
The British Polio Fellowship has seized the opportunity presented by the great summer get-away to highlight the accessibility issues which continue to cause problems at the UK’s airports. David Mitchell.…
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