Still hard for the disabled to get into many places

As a newcomer to the town and also a wheelchair user, I have been disappointed at how difficult it is to get into so many local establishments independently.

Clearly, some older buildings do have a problem, but small adjustments would make such a big difference.

Ramping small steps is not costly, and those shops and restaurants, sadly not the pubs, which have made their premises accessible are the ones I patronise and therefore spend money in.

I am sure I am not the only disabled person in Shoreham who would appreciate better access to buildings, better pavements, less parking across dropped kerbs, fewer advertising boards and improved colour contrasts for visually impaired people.

Despite all that, living in Shoreham is good and, more importantly, the people I meet and have dealings with are kind and helpful.

There are also some examples of really good practice. Apart from the obvious well-known High Street shops, I would mention the estate agents on the corner of Brunswick Road and St Mary's Road, and St Mary's Church.

It is to be hoped that the new Ropetackle Centre will also provide access for all.

Margaret Higginbottom

Little High Street

Shoreham