Submitted by Alice Cross on Monday 6th January 2025
Published on Friday 28th February 2025
Current status: Open
Open until: Thursday 28th August 2025
Current Signatures: 34
(count is updated approximately hourly)
Fund free wheelchairs for people who need them
I want the government to reform the system of providing wheelchairs on the NHS. I want them to ensure that everyone who needs a wheelchair is provided one for free, in a timely manner, that is tailored to their individual needs, regardless of their income or location.
I think the current system is broken, leaving many people who need wheelchairs without them, impeding their ability to do daily tasks, leave their house or work.
If the government wants to get disabled people back into work, I think this starts with giving us our independence and mobility back, allowing us the freedom to travel without having to spend large amounts of money on wheelchairs. Some people are left in debt, struggling to afford an essential medical device.
If you want to sign this petition (as opposed to merely discuss it), you need to do that on the government's e-Petitions website.
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