Access Online - Winter 2023
- Jan 19, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Sep 14, 2024
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In the latest edition of Access Online we have highlighted the problem with the current rollout of bus stop bypasses and the effect this is having on Disabled people, especially those with visual impairments.
We want Disabled people to be able to bored the bus directly from the pavement.
The new stops have been implemented without meaningful engagement with Disabled Peoples Organisations (DPOs). We would expect TfL to do better and remove these discriminatory bus stops.
Table of Contents:
Bus Stop Bypass Petition
What is a Bus Stop Bypass?
Angela Dias (Comment)
Harrow-Based Autistic Author
Inclusive
Harrow Healthy Homes
Buzz Base Christmas Party
Drop-Off Point
Q&A With The Harrow LFB (London Fire Brigade)
Mental Health Reform Act Ditched
Alan Benson (RIP)
Discretionary Freedom Pass U-turn
Freedom Pass U-turn (Letter Excerpt)
British Sign Language GCSE
Harrow Wins
#MakeCareFair Campaign
Inclusion London
Changes Nightclub Celebrates 21st Anniversary
List of Services
Really important piece about the bus stop bypasses – accessibility should never be an afterthought. The lack of meaningful engagement with disabled people’s organisations is deeply concerning. On a different note, I recently came across a comparison site that does a great job of presenting information in a clear, accessible layout. It breaks down platforms like SpinDog, listing game variety, payment options, and user feedback without clutter. If you’re curious, you can see the details here: https://similarsites.co.uk/spindog/. Hope the campaign for safer bus stops gains more traction soon.