2019-08-27 16:35:03
Hft has submitted evidence to a Devon County Council consultation, which would see care workers being able to park for free on double-yellow lines while they are at work.
The charity, which supports around 80 individuals and employs over 90 staff in the Devon area, says that the Council’s proposals will have a positive effect on the way their staff are able to provide support.
Billy Davis, Public Affairs and Policy Manager at Hft said:
“Many of our services are in areas surrounded by double-yellow lines. This means staff and families often need to park far away from where the people we support lived, adding more time to their journey. By allowing staff to park nearer to their place of work, they would be able to spend more time with the people we support and, ultimately, offer more meaningful support hours.”
“This consultation also comes at a time where the sector is facing growing financial pressures. Our latest Sector Pulse Check report has shown that 59% of providers saying they have had to hand back at least one contract to local authorities as a way of easing the strain. Any financial relief, such as the elimination of parking permits, is a step in the right direction.”
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About Hft
Proudly established in 1962 by a group of visionary parents, Hft is a charity supporting more than 2,500 learning disabled adults in England and Wales. Together, we are creating a future where learning disabled people and their families can live the best life possible.
Providing personalised support. Creating solutions for living independently. Coming together to campaign for positive change. Fundraising for new opportunities and a bigger impact.
In 2033, we’ll live in a world where learning disabled people have greater choice. About where they live. The support they need and want. And how to spend their time and money.
Learning disability versus difficulty
A learning disability is different from a learning difficulty but the terms are often confused and used inter-changeably. A learning difficulty does not affect general intellect, whereas a learning disability is a life-long condition characterised by a reduced intellectual ability and struggle with everyday activities.
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For more information about Hft please visit www.hft.org.uk
