UK airports delaying support for autistic passengers
Many autistic travellers find air travel a difficult experience due to the airport environment. Large crowds, noise, invasive security checks and disruption to familiar routine,…
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Access all areas – £25k VisitScotland boost for disabled review website
A popular review website which aims to “remove the fear of the unknown” for disabled visitors to Scotland has been awarded £25,000 by the national…
8 in 10 disabled people say they struggle when holidaying in the UK
Over a third of disabled people surveyed use UK hotels/resorts more than once a year Yet 8 in 10 disabled people face struggles with holiday…
The UK’s first discount card for people with disabilities has arrived
Introducing the Diversability Card, the official discount card for people with disabilities, providing exclusive and market-leading discounts with the UK’s favourite brands, service and entertainment…
The Great British Beer Festival teams up with the MS Society
Partnering fun with raising money for an important cause, The Great British Beer Festival has partnered with the MS Society. Working together will see awareness…
NRS Healthcare releases Accessibility Guide to UK’s National Parks
The 15 National Parks across the UK strive to create a more inclusive society for all and from 24th-30th July, they are celebrating National Parks…
The summer holidays are sorted with The Rough Guide to Accessible Britain
With the summer holidays finally approaching, it’s time to plan some great days out for the whole family to enjoy with the help of the…
Research reveals travel trends for Brits with accessibility issues
Over half of people believe travel companies have become more understanding of those with accessibility issues Almost half of people with limited mobility go on…
Eggs-cellent days out this Easter with the Rough Guide to Accessible Britain
Make the most of the Easter holidays and plan some cracking accessible family-friendly days out with the Rough Guide to Accessible Britain. The free online guide…
Uber launches wheelchair accessible vehicle option in Manchester and Birmingham
Uber is today (Thursday) launching its first ever wheelchair accessible vehicles in Manchester and Birmingham. From 4pm today, wheelchair users will be able to request…
Consumer group sets the scene for more dementia-friendly RSC performances
Performances with more intervals and clearer, better-positioned signage could make visits to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre (RST), Stratford-upon-Avon, even more enjoyable for people living with…
Disabled Access Day success and award recognition for Wallops Wood Cottages
The owners of accessible holiday cottages based in South Downs Country Park are celebrating for two very good reasons this week, following a successful Disabled…
The best books about disability
It’s World Book Day – 24 hours dedicated to the magic of the written word. To celebrate, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite…
Remember, Remember… firework displays from the Rough Guide to Accessible Britain
Wrap up in your winter warmers this Guy Fawkes Night and head to some of the UK’s favourite accessible attractions for some firework fun. The…
Wheelchair user trapped 40 times on buses in London
Wheelchair user fed up after being trapped 40 times on Arriva and London General’s buses. Disabled and older people demand better training for London’s bus drivers….