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Why people are Direct Access’ greatest asset Direct Access is fast approaching the two-decade milestone since Steven Mifsud MBE founded our firm. Looking back on our successes and failures, we are blown away that through it all, we have maintained a longevity of passion for our work across an entire
What makes an accessible hotel? Tourism and hotel services enable providers to cater to people who want nothing more than an enjoyable and relaxing overnight rest, some good food, and, perhaps, an evening swim while they are at it. Whether checking in to a hotel for work or pleasure, the
Why do reception desks need induction loops? According to BS8300 – A hearing enhancement system, using induction loop, infrared or radio transmission, should be installed in rooms and spaces used for meetings, lectures, classes, performances, spectator sports or films, and at service or reception counters where the background noise level
The value of hiring disabled employees The zeitgeist of our post-pandemic existence is in many ways complex and has yet to truly be determined. The value of hiring disabled employees is one of the few changes in the past few years that has been an unambiguously positive result of an
How can we make evacuation more accessible? Upon receiving Royal Assent on 29th April 2021, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 officially came into law last week on 16th May 2022 for England and Wales. Amending the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, this new
Podcast with Sensory Access’ Dr. Daniela Ferdico https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sF9GSakjwLs Dr. Daniela Ferdico is a neurodiverse neuropsychologist who specializes in neurodevelopmetal disorders such as Autism & ADHD, Izzi Ferdico is a student, aspiring video game designer, and co-founder of Sensory Access, a non-profit organisation that offers advice on how to curate accessible
Creating Accessible Golf Courses As recreational accessibility tends to be one of the most ignored aspects in our society, with the pandemic exacerbating the issue further, sporting organisations must acknowledge that creating an enjoyable experience for disabled people, is equal in importance to that of meeting build standards set out
Working with Direct Access, we will enable your organisation to take vital steps towards meeting social, economic, and environmental impact goals set out by Agenda 2030. Agenda 2030’s SDGs address all three dimensions of sustainable development (environmental, economic, and social) and are integrated into the United Nations global development agenda.
Grenfell Tower authorities failed to consult disabled people Direct Access has recently learned that the government repeatedly failed to seek the views of disabled people and their organisations about how residents with physical impairments could evacuate tower blocks in an emergency, six years before the Grenfell Tower disaster. Louise Upton,
Direct Access strengthens Irish links with North West mayors Direct Access consultants were honoured to be part of the meeting in the Department of Foreign Affairs, Dublin, on 29 March. The meeting, whose attendants included the Mayors of Greater Manchester and Liverpool City Regions, sets a precedent for ensuing collaborations
Direct Access renews sponsorship of Nantwich Town Disability FC Nantwich-based disability firm Direct Access has renewed its commitment to sponsoring the local vision-impaired football team, Nantwich Town Disability Football Club, after initially becoming sponsors back in 2019 when the club went by the name Nantwich Town Wolves VIFC. Over the
Changing Places Statutory Guidance Updated in Northern Irelad Northern Ireland’s Finance Minister Conor Murphy announced changes to the statutory guidance requirements for Changing Places toilets in Northern Ireland this month. The Amendments Booklet – AMD 8 (2022) provides additional guidance to Technical Booklet R (2012) on access to and use
New BSI Standard for neurodiversity to be published this summer Standards for the designing of buildings and accessibility for users are expected to change in just a few months as the first-ever BSI standard providing guidance on neurodiversity and the built environment will be made official; PAS 6463 Design for
Is disability access an afterthought for rail operators? In the past two years, the world underwent a global state of emergency that forced everyone on Earth to isolate and stay in their homes, which consequently limited our access to everything from seeing and touching those we hold dear, to making
New Accessibility Guide Published for Mass Transit The Government has revealed a new accessibility guide laying out ways to combat environmental and infrastructure-related barriers for disabled people who use rail. The outline of the guide “Inclusive Mobility; A Guide to Best Practice on Access to Pedestrian and Transport Infrastructure” states,