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Euan's Christmas access tips for retailers

12/12/2016

There are a number of ways people can shop for Christmas, and access varies. I am a powerchair user, and I use an eye gaze device to communicate and access the internet. I would like to use smaller independent retailers but often department stores and online shopping work best for me. The large department stores have the advantage of space -...

Tags: shops, Christmas, wheelchair users

O Christmas tree - Where to buy your tree this year

10/12/2015

Traditionally, Christmas trees are put up twelve days before December 25th, but when will you be putting your tree up this year? If you’re on the lookout for a majestic pine tree plucked straight from the forest, why not try shopping at some of these accessible garden centres? You can always pick up a 'Santa stop here' sign too! 1. Garden Wise...

Tags: christmas, shops, recommendations

7 ways to open up your shop to more people

07/12/2015

If you’re a shopkeeper in the UK, there are nearly 12 million people who see a 'shop closed' sign on your door, even during opening hours. This is because disabled people make up around 20% of the British population, and 83% of those that we asked thought shops were among the most inaccessible places in the country. However, you might be surpr...

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Deck the malls!

24/11/2015

Love it or hate it, the trees are decorated and the tills are ringing again this Christmas; but you don’t have to dread holiday shopping! Get started early to avoid the last-minute queues and check out this selection of retail destinations with disabled access to bring the festive cheer! Glasgow Glasgow is the UK’s second favourite shopping des...

Tags: christmas, shops, recommendations