A recent study by Inclusion London highlights the ongoing issues of affordability, safety, and accessibility in London housing for deaf and disabled individuals. Almost 25% of surveyed individuals reported struggling to access basic features like kitchens and bathrooms. Although the Mayor allocated £100 million for more accessible homes, only 3% of new builds provide adequate mobility access. Many respondents are forced to make financial sacrifices for housing, and personal accounts reveal ongoing challenges, such as difficult physical barriers and inadequate public infrastructure affecting their quality of life.
One in four respondents with accessibility needs could not safely and easily use basic facilities like kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways.
Ms Brown stated that even though her current flat was largely accessible, her garden was hard to get into due to an enormous and very difficult step.
Housing needs to be considered in the context of transport and streetscapes and public infrastructure; I can't get into 90% of shops.
Nearly two in three respondents said they had made cutbacks on food and other essentials to be able to afford housing.
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