A fortnight of action has commenced to highlight the growing problem of street obstacles including bollards, advertising boards, bins, cars parked on pavements and 'shared space' schemes
A fortnight of action has commenced to highlight the growing problem of street obstacles including bollards, advertising boards, bins, cars parked on pavements and 'shared space' schemes.
Between July 6-19, RNIB campaigners were to take part in blindfold walks with their MPs, share their experiences, and encourage their local councils to create local Street Charters.
‘If decision makers understand how blind and partially sighted people navigate the streets, and take that into consideration, they could help tackle one of the biggest barriers faced today by people with sight loss,’ said RNIB CEO Lesley-Anne Alexander.