The Importance of Inclusive Design We hear, see, and read the word ‘inclusive’ a lot these days and we must admit that we are also guilty of overusing the term. The term

Easy ways to make accessible and inclusive environments At Direct Access, we are often asked for easy ways to make environments accessible for disabled people. Are there any shortcuts? How can I

How to go beyond Box-ticking The ever-present box-ticking exercises are administrative tasks that we all must do as part of our daily lives at work and at home. These exercises are inevitable

The Importance of Induction Loop Provision During access audits, our NRAC Consultants are always recommending or inspecting induction loops. Induction loops are used to help hearing aid users effectively cut out background

Do I need a School Audit? Do I need a School Access Audit? Schools must have a written accessibility plan. This is a statutory requirement from the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) which