Submitted on Sunday 16th May 2021
Rejected on Friday 21st May 2021
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Change the disability wheelchair symbol to include a sunflower in the wheel.
I want the wheelchair symbol for disabilities changed to include a sunflower in the wheel of the wheelchair to represent all disabilities far better, especially given that people with hidden disabilities are now also eligible to apply for a blue badge.
Among blue badge holders, people in wheelchairs are the minority and the symbol used to represent us should reflect this. I propose a phasing out of the old signage so when it's replaced or new signage is created, it includes the sunflower symbol within the wheelchair's wheel. This costs less than changing instantly. Many people do not know what the sunflower represents and this makes it harder for those of us who use the sunflower lanyard. We ask for equal representation of all disabilities.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise.
The International Symbol of Access is an international standard, initially created by Rehabilitation International. You can read more here:
http://www.riglobal.org/about/intl-symbol-of-access/
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