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Fear of physical and verbal abuse and their own safety were among the top reasons for not approaching somebody parked illegally in accessible parking bays.

The DDAI are calling on a Text Alert Scheme to be introduced nationwide to help combat abuse of accessible parking bays.

The aim is to have a County Councillor in every local authority willing to put forward a motion to introduce a Text Alert Scheme in their area.

All funds raised will be ring fenced for this campaign.

Watch a short video of DDAI Board member Martyn Moran tell his amazing story of how he survived a farming accident when he was 2 years old.

Watch the video here

Velorail is a unique, fun and inclusive outdoor activity that brings users through the rural hinterland of Kiltimagh on the old Rail Track. User groups have their own Railbike and will depart the refurbished Kiltimagh Station and travel either North or South experiencing all that goes on in a rural area as they do so.

Included is a 2 seater plus standard wheelchair (2 pedal) railbike for wheelchair users that can be booked.

Further information www.velorail.ie

A Wicklow man has said his life has been transformed by a wheelchair the allows him to stand.

Read More - Wicklow man's life transformed by standing wheelchair (rte.ie)

***Help STOP abuse of Accessible Parking Bays*** Would you like to see a Text Alert Scheme introduced in your area to help STOP abuse of Accessible Parking Bays? Contact your newly elected local County Councillor and ask them to put a motion forward calling for it to be introduced. www.ddai.ie

Founded in 1970 The DDAI are one of Ireland’s leading charities supporting Disabled Drivers and Passengers on a national level. We promote independence and equal opportunity through mobility, education and training.

Watch this short video to learn more about the Disabled Drivers Association

This pedal-free system allows people to drive using only their hands

The DDAI recently launched its 3-year Strategic Plan.