Awaab's Law deadline: does not apply
Disability access and discrimination in Bristol
Bristol has 28,000 social housing homes. Disability access and discrimination can be a serious problem, and a legal trigger for claims under Equality Act 2010 + Section 11, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
475,000
borough population
28,000
social housing
16 to 40 wks
typical case length
does not apply
Awaab's Law deadline
Symptoms to look for
- Refused reasonable adjustments (e.g., grab rails, ramps)
- Inaccessible bathroom for wheelchair user
- No level access to your home
- Stair lift removed without replacement
- Adaptations promised but not delivered
Evidence to gather
- Get an OT (occupational therapist) assessment, most councils provide free
- Document every request you've made for adaptations + dates
- Photograph the inaccessible area + the difficulty you face