Tag Archives: mobility

The Privilege Paradox

Posted on April 21, 2016 by lorrainegradwell

Much has been written in recent years about the ‘scroungers and skivers’ rhetoric, with good cause. The relentless negative portrayal of disabled people by both the government and the general media has, arguably, resulted in worsening perceptions of disabled people … Continue reading →

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What kind of rider are you?

Posted on June 2, 2014 by lorrainegradwell

Recently the BBC reported on a motorised suitcase which airline passengers can sit on and ride around the airport. Can you imagine the departures hall, with people whizzing around, some dawdling, some seriously over packed, everyone behaving according to their … Continue reading →

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