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Expert advocates universal design to speed-up workspace accessibility
May 10, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreCharity reports “horrific” delays in adapting homes for elderly
May 1, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreBlind football fan says clubs are “turning away supporters”
April 24, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreAthletes challenge sportswear industry over single trainers
April 17, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreArtist features guide dog in Paws on the Wharf trail
April 10, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreActor with autism tells of Big Brother experience
April 10, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreBuilding society adds BSL website
March 19, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreWriter catalogues her hotel horrors
March 10, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreHeritage site adds to accessibility features
March 10, 2024
Ian Streets
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…
Read moreExperts say Disability Action Plan is missed opportunity
February 28, 2024
Ian Streets
A disability, equality and diversity consultant says the government could have done more with its Disability Action Plan, which recently set out proposals to improve the lives of disabled people…
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