Ruth Hopkins

@ChangingPlaceUK This is so true. Working in the sports sector advocating for disabled fans we know that when there is a lack of facilities it means people cannot attend. They stay away and so do their friends and family. #ChangingPlaces

A reminder: You can’t know how many people need a #ChangingPlaces toilet if they can’t visit without one. None of us would choose to go somewhere without a toilet that we can safely and comfortably use. It’s not a lack of need – it’s a lack of access.

@ChangingPlaceUK This is so true. Working in the sports sector advocating for disabled fans we know that when there is a lack of facilities it means people cannot attend. They stay away and so do their friends and family. #ChangingPlaces

Thank you to everyone who has supported us this week 💚

@AVFCOfficial Is the match on TV in the UK?

A Saturday 3pm kick-off in Bournemouth — where are you backing the boys from, Villans? 🌍

Whether you’re a teacher, a plumber, work in insurance, health, retail, tech, or any of the other jobs that make our world go round - accessibility and inclusion aren’t “someone else’s job”. They show up in everyday decisions. Here are five simple ways anyone can be a better ally to disabled people, whatever your role: 1) Design for real people, not an imaginary “average”. Ask who might struggle with this space, service, process or product, and what would make it easier. 2) Make it easier to ask for adjustments. Clear contact details, flexible options, and a welcoming tone go a long way. People shouldn’t have to fight to be included. 3) Listen without defensiveness. If someone flags a barrier, it’s not a criticism of you. It’s information you can use to improve things. 4) Think beyond compliance. Meeting the minimum standard isn’t the same as creating a good experience. Accessibility done well benefits everyone. 5) Normalise inclusion in your everyday work. You don’t need to be an expert. Small, thoughtful actions repeated over time change culture. None of this requires a special job title. Just awareness, curiosity, and a willingness to care. That’s how more accessible, inclusive worlds get built. #Inclusion #Accessibility #DisabilityInclusion #EverydayAllyship

@Matt_Pinner It’s all under cooked!!!

What's missing 🤔

Level Playing Field's general manager & head of access and development, Ruth Hopkins, has shared her thoughts⬇️ levelplayingfield.org.uk/news-item/new-…

🏟️ Key considerations of disabled supporters, across the areas of inclusivity & accessibility, fan experience and facilities & safety, have been included in WSL Football's new design guidance for women's football stadiums. Level Playing Field was pleased to feed into the development process, with the guidance marking a significant increase in focus on stadium design and management in women’s football, ahead of the publication of Accessible Stadia Second Edition, which will apply across all sports.

📹 Level Playing Field has been shortlisted as a finalist @The_FCAs, for content including this year's #UniteForAccess campaign film! Vote now, in the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Award – Organisation category➡️footballcontentawards.com/voting/ Find out more➡️levelplayingfield.org.uk/news-item/foot…

@Doug_Paulley @TPEassist Bring back the old days when trains had luggage carriages and guards … this is not progress

All this was in my booked 1st Class wheelchair space when I got on. Staff moved it to the unbooked, smaller wheelchair space. Then advertised "extra luggage space" in this carriage, over the PA, whilst telling people to help seats free from luggage. @TPEassist not OK.

Why #Carers need #ChangingPlacesToilets #ChangingPlaces #Accessibility #ToiletEquality

@City_Xtra @JackGrealish He USED to say that about the Villa 😭🦁

Jack Grealish at #Oasis, Heaton Park: “I love City more than anything! And do you know what I love more than anything? City fans! They’re the best fans in the world!” 🥹🩵

Another brilliant SGSA Conference today at first class venue, Aintree Racecourse. Great to catch up with so many people in person and hear some really interesting speakers and topics. Thank you @SGSA_UK #SGSAConf

@ian4downton A high percentage of them don’t because after planning permission is granted they say they are “not viable” and no one holds them to account! Where do you expect low income families to live??? Most council houses were sold under the right to buy and never replaced

So proud to be involved - and to get a few seconds on BBC News!

@Connor_Penfold Congratulations and best wishes in your lovely new home 🏡

@ParalympicsGB Such sad news. R.I.P. Will Arnott. Thoughts and prayers with his family and friends.

“A true gentleman" It is with incredible sadness we share the news that Boccia athlete Will Arnott, who represented ParalympicsGB for the first time at Paris 2024, has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and team-mates at this desperately sad time.

Can someone advise me please @stonewalluk ? Should I refer to “Gender Neutral” toilets or “All Gender” in a written guidance document.

@lpftweets @MudsaO Such sad news. Thinking of Chas’ family, friends and MUDSA at this difficult time. Chas leaves an amazing legacy for disabled fans at OT and beyond ❤️

For more than a quarter of a century Chas Banks, MBE, helped @MudsaO campaign to improve accessibility for his fellow disabled fans. ❤️ Everyone at Level Playing Field has been deeply saddened by Chas’ passing. Our heartfelt condolences go to his personal friends and family, as well as all MUDSA members.

My favourite football mascot @BillyBantam1903 on BBC2 tonight for the FA Cup draw 😂