Glasgow Airport joins a new UK government taskforce aimed at improving air travel for disabled passengers, chaired by Paralympian Tanni Grey-Thompson, focusing on removing barriers and enhancing accessibility standards. Glasgow Airport has been invited by the UK Government to join a new expert group that aims to “break down barriers” to air travel for disabled passengers. Chaired by Paralympian Tanni, Baroness Grey-Thompson, the new Aviation Accessibility Task and Finish Group was launched on 7 November by UK Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh. Glasgow Airport recently received a “Very Good” rating in the Civil Aviation Authority’s annual Airport Accessibility Report, in recognition of its sustained efforts to enhance accessibility and for its ongoing engagement with disability organisations through an accessibility forum. “For too long, disabled passengers haven’t had the standard of assistance and service they need.

Source: Ethiopian News November 08, 2024 13:06 UTC