Manchester Disabled People’s Access Group are campaigning for businesses and organisations to take action following the implementation of part of the Disability Discrimination Act relating to reasonable adjustments to buildings from 1st October 2004. We also work with other disabled people’s organisations and individuals to campaign for equality for disabled people.
Leaflet with information about the DDA requirements
We delivered stickers and posters around Manchester, particularly to places which were not accessible on 1st and 2nd October and have continued to do this during during 2004 and 2005.
Stickers and Posters
We delivered stickers and posters around Manchester, particularly to places which were not accessible on 1st and 2nd October and have continued to do this during during 2004 and 2005.
Yellow and Red cards
We have issued and will continue to issue yellow cards to businesses and organisations where there are clear barriers to disabled people, identifying key issues, advising them of their responsibilities and providing information and advice on making adjustments.
After 6 months, if these businesses or organisations have not taken action to remove barriers, we issue red cards warning them that if they continue to exclude disabled people from their services, we will support individuals who wish to take legal action under the DDA and advising them of the action they should be taking.
Local newspaper advert
We placed an ad in the Manchester Evening News and Metro, focusing on the need to improve access everywhere.