From Disability Horizons. An accessible rail system must be prioritised as part of the economic recovery from Covid-19, says disability charity Leonard Cheshire. At present, 41% of railway stations in Britain are still not step-free and the Government is still set to miss its 2030 target on creating step-free journeys for disabled people by 40 years […]
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Here’s How Junction 32 Outlet Is Supporting The Needs Of Its Disabled Shoppers This Purple Tuesday
From The Yorkshire Times. Purple Tuesday, the UK’s accessible shopping day, is taking place on 3rd November. This year, Junction 32 is highlighting the measures currently in place to raise awareness of the needs of disabled customers. Nearly one in five people in the UK have a disability or impairment, and there are very […]
Your Shoes
From YorkMix. Your Shoes will invite audiences to explore York from the perspectives of different York citizens. How is it to go shopping as a mother? How does someone with a disability experience the city? How does a Refugee experience York differently compared to someone who has lived here their entire lives? Through asking […]
The York Disability Rights Forum
At the request of York Independent Living Network, we’re supporting the development of a disabled person-led forum for anyone living or working in York who identifies as disabled or as having a disability. We aim to ensure that the Forum is led by, and open to, people and allies from right across a range of […]
The York ME TGA Inter-Company Fantasy Football League
The York ME TGA Inter-Company Fantasy Football League The York ME Community runs an Inter-Company Fantasy Football League sponsored by TGA Mobility. This is to help raise awareness of the illness that affects around 250,00 people in the UK, and 800 to 1,000 people of all ages in the York area alone. Companies enjoyed […]
‘We Knew We Were Experiencing Something Special’ – York Band Release ‘Stunning’ Debut Album
York’s Cliffords Tower Lights Up In Blue For ME Awareness
Dear Diary: How Will We Remember The Year The World Paused ?
By Katie Strick in MSN MSN Lifestyle. Calories consumed: 2,250 (mostly rosé). Minutes spent queueing for the supermarket: 28. Kilometres run in hour of state-mandated exercise: 5.3 (so I could tell Instagram I’d donated to the NHS). Zoom calls completed: seven (if we include the school-mates quiz on Houseparty). It’s funny, trying to summarise […]
“A Little Slice Of Normality In A Very Crazy World” – How Off-Road Dog Walking Is Providing Solace In Lockdown
Volunteering From Home – Flexible, Inclusive Opportunities For All
From The Life of Pippa Blog. I firmly believe that there’s no such thing as too many acts of kindness. In light of our current circumstances, it’s been so heartwarming to see that a decent proportion of the general public are shining bright and coming forward to volunteer, doing all they can to help […]
Saved ? York pub Earmarked For Demolition Could Be Turned Into A Drive-Thru Coffee Shop
Community Support Groups Spring Up In York To Help People Affected During The Coronavirus Outbreak
From YorkMix. Community spirit is alive and well in York in the time of Covid-19. Groups are being set up to help fellow residents affected by coranavirus. There is now a York Covid-19 Mutual Aid group, with the aim of supporting vulnerable people in the city through the outbreak. George Turner explained more on the […]
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ME Awareness On BBC Radio York
It Can Be Hard For Men Of My Generation To Talk About Their Feelings
By Mandy Appleyard in The Telegraph. Older people face a crisis of loneliness but even a quick chat can make a big, big difference. Here’s how JJ and Steve formed a connection through Age UK Bromley and Greenwich JJ, 80, is a retired construction worker from Eltham in London When my wife Madeleine died, […]
Miles Without Stiles Easy Routes
From Lake District National Park. What are Miles without Stiles? These are 48 routes across the National Park suitable for people with limited mobility, including wheelchair users, families with pushchairs, and the visually impaired. Use the interactive map below to explore the routes available or choose from the menu on the left. Distances […]
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York Prepares To Mark Remembrance Sunday
By Daniel Willers in The Press. York will pay its respects to fallen soldiers and ex-service personnel at the city’s official Remembrance Sunday service and parade this weekend. The Lord Mayor of York, Cllr Janet Looker, the Civic Party and City of York Council representatives will be among those attending the service and […]
Ticketmaster Makes ‘Huge Step Forward’ For Disabled Music Fans
By Mark Savage in BBC News. For years, deaf and disabled music fans have faced huge barriers when it comes to booking concert tickets. Whether it’s the requirement to call premium rate help lines, or having to provide evidence of their disabilities, the experience has put many fans off. Now Ticketmaster is introducing […]