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Archer on target to compete in major tournament
A woman who took up archery after a series of strokes caused her to lose her eyesight has qualified for a major international tournament. The BBC reported that Trish Gracesmith…
Survey highlights need to make workplaces inclusive
A major survey into the workplace experiences of disabled people has found they are still waiting too long for the adjustments they need to reduce or remove the barriers they…
Magistrates call for accessibility audit of courts
Three-quarters of magistrates courts in England and Wales are inadequately accessible for people with disabilities, according to a report in The Guardian. The newspaper reports that a lack of ramps…
FCA urged to act over impact of bank closures
A leading regional newspaper says wholesale closure of bank branches has had harmful consequences for communities across Britain. Greg Wright, award-winning Deputy Business Editor of the Yorkshire Post, used the…
Former police officer launches adaptive clothing range
A woman who suffered a life-changing head injury while on duty as a police has launched a range of adaptive clothing for children. The Manchester Evening News reported that Helen…
Cathedral features Christian people with disabilities
A depiction of a Virgin Mary in a wheelchair is among artwork featuring Christian figures with disabilities. BBC Online reported that "Disability and the Divine" has opened at Peterborough Cathedral…
Survey highlights need to support deaf people at work
The Royal Association for Deaf People (RAD) has highlighted the challenges faced by deaf people when securing and progressing in work. The organisation has published the results of a survey,…
BSL anthem highlights city’s status in deaf community
Two historic institutions in Derby worked together to record a special version of God Save the King to celebrate the coronation. The Derby Telegraph reported that pupils from Royal School…
Jazz festival working to “democratise culture”
The Cheltenham Jazz Festival stepped up its commitment to making accessibility improvements during this year’s event. BBC Online reported that the festival adopted the use of a sign to make…
Children train firefighters in BSL
A team of deaf schoolchildren from two schools Newcastle have taught local firefighters "lifesaving" sign language skills to help them communicate with deaf or hearing impaired people in emergency situations.…
