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 lobbyingContinue reading Pavement Parking Campaign Update
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)
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)
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
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 ofContinue reading If only everything were this accessible. . .
Why I love to talk . . . despite my speech impediment
Despite having a speech impediment as a result of having Cerebral Palsy, I love talking! Much to the annoyance of my hubby, I’ll talk to anyone, anywhere! Give me a smile and I’ll start chatting as hubby rolls his eyes once again! Eradicating Stigma Yes, I worry constantly that people won’t understand me due toContinue reading Why I love to talk . . . despite my speech impediment
Blue Badge Application: Apology from Sandwell Council
Following the complaint I made to Sandwell Council about my Blue Badge Application, a few days ago I received a response. My main complaint had been them requesting a copy of my full PIP Award which I argue had been a breach of my privacy. Due to the nature of the mobility element of myContinue reading Blue Badge Application: Apology from Sandwell Council
Update on Blue Badge Application Process
Following my last blog post, today I received a phone call from Sandwell Council. They apologised for how long the application for my Blue Badge had taken but in relation to requesting all of my PIP information, they said they were only following Department of Transport procedure. I dispute this for two reasons. Firstly, whenContinue reading Update on Blue Badge Application Process
Inaccessibility of Blue Badge Application
Back in October, I started the process of reapplying for my Blue Badge – for those that might not know, this allows disabled people to park in disabled spaces, often making shopping trips and appointments much easier. My previous badge expired during lockdown and I delayed renewing it because we weren’t really going anywhere. BeforeContinue reading Inaccessibility of Blue Badge Application