Disability
A disability is a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term effect on a person's ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
Physical impairments can affect mobility (need to use wheelchair, sticks, walking frame etc) and the senses (sight and hearing). Mental impairments include learning disabilities and mental illnesses.
By improving the understanding of disabilities and what barriers affect access to buildings, their surroundings and use of services, we can hope to achieve an accessible environment that everyone can enjoy.
Disability guidelines
We are keen to ensure that those people with a disability are treated fairly and equitably, taking the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act into account within all aspects of council functions.
In line with the requirements of the new Disability Equality Duty (part of the Disability Discrimination Act), a series of guidance notes have been produced. Each of the notes will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary so they will always be an up to date source of reference.
Guidance on the following is available to download below:
- making written information accessible
- selecting a venue
- dietary requirements
Find out more about the Disability Discrimination Act
Equality Scheme
Our Equality Scheme has a specific disability section and the following actions have been agreed in order to meet the requirements:
- The development of, and compliance to, a standard for accessible information, developed in partnership with other local agencies
- The promotion of positive images of people with disabilities to promote disability awareness in the wider community
- An increase in the number of people with a disability participating in local life - accessible venues, pledges from people with disabilities, commitment
Find out more about equality and diversity
Disability organisations
There is a wide range of local and national disability organisations that provide information, advice and support for people with disabilities.
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Aidis Trust (Opens in new window)
Charity committed to helping disabled people communicate more easily through technology. They offer help, support and advice on all aspects of disability computing.
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Disabled people on Directgov (Opens in new window)
Area of the UK Government''''''''s Directgov website offering information and advice for disabled people. Includes information on financial support and allowances and the Disability Discrimination Act
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Shaw Trust (Opens in new window)
Shaw Trust is a national charity that provides training and work opportunities for people who are disadvantaged in the labour market due to disability, ill health or other social circumstances.
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