The Disability Act 2005 and the related Sectoral Plans require public bodies to provide:
1. Accessible buildings
2. Accessible information
3. Accessible services

The Act requires each Local Authority to produce their own implementation plan to explain how they will:

"...promote universal access to all public spaces, buildings and services owned and operated by Local Authorities."

Kilkenny Local Authorities are continuously striving to improve accessibility for all citizens and to create a culture of inclusion and awareness of people with disabilities.

The Disability Access Implementation Plan explains:

• What we have been doing about disability access and equality to date
• Details of actions we intend to take over the next 3 years

This plan is an important step towards meeting our legal responsibilities as a Local Authority and reaching the ultimate goal of universal access to all spaces, buildings, facilities and services that we own or operate.

Prior to publication of the Kilkenny Local Authorities Disability Implementation Plan (Disability Strategy), Kilkenny Local Authorities invites interested parties to an information seminar on the Implementation Plan in the:

Newpark Hotel, on Friday the 13th June 2008.

9.45am Tea and coffee
10am Presentation
12am Close

Should you require any further information please contact:

Martina Comerford
RAPID Co-ordinator
056 7794926
Or
Evelyn Graham,
Access Officer
056 7794387