The Cabinet Office’s Disability Unit is looking for 14 disability and access ambassadors. "There are currently 8 ambassadors who use their influential status as leaders in their sectors to drive improvements to the accessibility, and quality, of … Read Article about Apply to be a disability and access ambassador
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Download the new First Bus App to plan journeys, see available capacity and buy tickets all in one place
A message from First Buses To help you travel with confidence we have developed new functionality in our Mobile App. And with our latest update, version 4.8, you can now track your bus live on a map so you know exactly where it is and when it will … Read Article about Download the new First Bus App to plan journeys, see available capacity and buy tickets all in one place
COVID-19 guidance: Can I share a private vehicle with someone from another household?
Can I share a private vehicle with someone from another household? The Suffolk Learning Disability Partnership have created easy-read guidance about the latest Coronavirus rules. You can download the booklet below. Full guidance: You … Read Article about COVID-19 guidance: Can I share a private vehicle with someone from another household?
Suffolkonboard
Keeping buses moving The affect of coronavirus on bus services in Suffolk. See below all of the latest information from suffolkonboard about using buses in Suffolk safely. https://www.suffolkonboard.com/buses/timetables/ … Read Article about Suffolkonboard
COVID-19 update: £50 insurance-based refund cheque for all customers
Please see the statement from Motability below: As lockdown has led to fewer drivers on the road in April and May, the Scheme has seen a lower level of claims, enabling it to share this saving with customers. As a result, for the past few weeks we … Read Article about COVID-19 update: £50 insurance-based refund cheque for all customers
Face coverings/face masks: latest advice 15th June 2020
Keep Safe have made some easy-read posters and information cards following the latest government advice around face masks. Free to print or use digitally. Use them on their own or in combinations to get the message across. Thank you to … Read Article about Face coverings/face masks: latest advice 15th June 2020
easy-read information following the latest government guidance
The Suffolk Learning Disability Partnership are creating easy-read information about frequently asked questions following the most recent government announcements. You can download the easy-read information by clicking the download buttons below. … Read Article about easy-read information following the latest government guidance
Training with Autism
Meet Rahman and Murtaza who tell us what it is like to travel with Autism. Thanks to both for helping us understand the challenges that people with Autism face when using public transport and travelling. … Read Article about Training with Autism
The Inclusive Transport Strategy: achieving equal access for disabled people
The government's plans to make our transport system more inclusive and better for disabled people. Transport is at the heart of how we live our lives. It helps us get to work, stay in touch with friends and family, contribute to society and … Read Article about The Inclusive Transport Strategy: achieving equal access for disabled people
Stowmarket station to go step-free
The Access for All Scheme helps train stations be more accessible. Lots of money was made available from the Government to improve facilities at stations across the country. Stowmarket was successful in its bid to build a new bridge and … Read Article about Stowmarket station to go step-free
Sizewell C consultation
EDF Energy & China General Nuclear Power Group are developing proposals to build a new nuclear power station called Sizewell C. This will be right next to the current Sizewell B station on the Suffolk Coast. The plans are now in the third … Read Article about Sizewell C consultation
Gatwick is the First UK Airport to Open Sensory Room
The new sensory room at Gatwick airport is a calming space for passengers with special needs to relax before their flight. "The new space in the North Terminal has been designed for passengers with autism, dementia, cognitive impairment or other … Read Article about Gatwick is the First UK Airport to Open Sensory Room
Greater Anglia, Stakeholder Equality Group
Members of the Information, Communication & Advocacy Workstream attended the first Greater Anglia Stakeholder Equality Group meeting of 2018. The meeting looks at how to make things better for people with disabilities who use Greater … Read Article about Greater Anglia, Stakeholder Equality Group
