LETTER1

Access for the Disabled in London

Recently I was fortunate enough to spend six days in London. Unfortunately, the ADA ended when I entered the airplane!
It seems ironic that this site is originating in the United Kingdom. The foundation on which you are building is
wonderful - I am mobility impaired and my son is low vision. We found it virtually impossible to access many things in London.

We were given tube passes for the week which went to waste; at most stations we were unable to get to the tube because
there were very few lifts, only flights and flights of stairs. We had tickets for six theater productions - only one of
the six was even partially handicapped accessible. The first time I heard "Mind the Gap" I was astounded! I would loved
to have experienced the marvels that I had heard about! We stayed at an absolutely gorgeous 4 star hotel. I do not know
how a handicapped individual is supposed to shower or bath in UK - at least at that hotel! My brother, who planned this entire
trip and accompanied us on it, said this is true of all hotels in the UK.

There are ways to accommodate the handicapped without losing the charm. I hope the people of the UK demand some changes - this is so unfair!

Anne, Maryland U.S.A