Accessible taxi in Birmingham? Not a chance
I have had to postpone work as I can’t book an accessible taxi in the UK’s second largest city.
Accessible Taxi Wanted – with a good attitude
I’m looking for an accessible taxi with a good attitude and that’s essential
Headteacher Conference: Raising aspirations for SEND Pupils
Speaking at the Headteacher Conference, I wanted to raise the importance of raising aspirations for SEND pupils.
Councillor responds to Pavement Parking Proposal
Sandwell Council are encouraging local MPs to support a nationwide pavement parking ban.
Pavement Parking Campaign – the latest
Having contacted Sandwell Council about my Pavement Parking Campaign, they haven’t provided a response.
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 lobbying […]
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.
Diary of a Disabled Mum: Experience builds Confidence (slowly)
Being a parent with Cerebral Palsy, getting out and about isn’t easy. 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 […]
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 was […]
If only everything were this accessible. . .
A few months ago, I wrote about how inaccessible the Blue Badge Application process is – ironic as it’s target audience is disabled people. As a result of such experiences, I find myself putting such things on the long finger, dreading the inevitable hassle and stress. However, my Irish passport needed renewing and hopeful of […]