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Uncategorised 7th November 2023 | 1 Comment on Accessible Taxi Wanted – with a good attitude

Accessible Taxi Wanted – with a good attitude

I’m looking for an accessible taxi with a good attitude and that’s essential

Uncategorised 23rd October 2023

Headteacher Conference: Raising aspirations for SEND Pupils

Speaking at the Headteacher Conference, I wanted to raise the importance of raising aspirations for SEND pupils.

Uncategorised 25th September 202325th September 2023

Councillor responds to Pavement Parking Proposal

Sandwell Council are encouraging local MPs to support a nationwide pavement parking ban.

Uncategorised 11th September 2023

Pavement Parking Campaign – the latest

Having contacted Sandwell Council about my Pavement Parking Campaign, they haven’t provided a response.

Uncategorised, Wheelchair 13th July 202313th July 2023

Pavement Parking Campaign Update

If you follow my blog or Twitter account, you’ll know that I’m working on a campaign to get pavement parking banned. This follows many frustrating and also dangerous incidents where pavement parking has forced me into the traffic in my wheelchair. My ultimate goal would be to get a nationwide ban, though initially I’m lobbyingContinue reading Pavement Parking Campaign Update

Uncategorised 24th May 2023

Poor disability awareness within NHS – again

Several incidents demonstrate a poor disability awareness amongst NHS Staff and a speech therapy student confirms no training is given.

Uncategorised 15th March 2023

Psoriasis Update: I’m finally winning

After a major psoriasis flare, a new treatment plan has exceeded all my expectations and I’m winning the battle against the condition.

Uncategorised 8th November 2022

Diary of a Disabled Mum: Experience builds Confidence (slowly)

When my eldest was a baby, I only took him out alone if I was going to visit my parents or close friends, who could offer support if I needed it. I took Jack to a local playgroup but only if my friend was going too.  Although there’s very little I’ve been unable to doContinue reading Diary of a Disabled Mum: Experience builds Confidence (slowly)

Uncategorised 2nd November 2022

My New (unpaid) Roles!

Since the day I met my husband (who is a software engineer), I knew I’d never have 100% of his attention. Why? Because he’s a workaholic! If he’s not engaged with clients, he’s working late into the night on various personal projects. Yesterday was a big milestone for hubby as we released his latest app,Continue reading My New (unpaid) Roles!

Uncategorised 19th October 2022

New Campaign to make obstructing pavements illegal – #QuestionMarkWhereYouPark

Last week, as I took my sons on the school run, I was almost toppled out of my wheelchair as I attempted to pass a car parked inconsiderately on the pavement.  There was a grass embankment on the other side of me and the chair got stuck on that and almost toppled over. It wasContinue reading New Campaign to make obstructing pavements illegal – #QuestionMarkWhereYouPark

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