We have come up with a list of external links that may be useful for local people with disabilities. If you would like us to add any links to this list, please email ralgcomms@gmail.com

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Runnymede Borough Council

• Disability Confident Employer – Runnymede Borough Council ​

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National Disability Legislation 

• Equality Act 2010 - Provides legal protection against discrimination and mandates reasonable adjustments for accessibility https://www.gov.uk/rights-disabled-person/the-equality-act-2010-and-un-convention

• Disability Discrimination Act 1995 - The primary disability rights legislation before the Equality Act, covering employment, education, and services https://www.cpdonline.co.uk/knowledge-base/safeguarding/legal-rights-protections-individuals-disabilities

• Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018 - Requires public sector digital content to meet accessibility standards https://www.gov.uk/guidance/meet-the-requirements-of-equality-and-accessibility-regulations

• Care Act 2014 - Defines local authorities responsibilities for assessing and supporting disabled adults https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/resources/care-act

• United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) - An international treaty protecting the rights of disabled people, influencing UK policies https://www.gov.uk/rights-disabled-person/the-equality-act-2010-and-un-convention

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Other Organisations Advocating for People with Disabilities 

• Homepage - Surrey Coalition of Disabled People

• Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey - Sight for Surrey

• Thames Sailability

• Momentum Charity

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Hidden Disability Badges and Lanyards

• https://hdsunflower.com/uk/ (also available on Temu)

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Surrey Police Pegasus Scheme - To help individuals who find it difficult to communicate