New research reveals concerns of disabled music fans returning to gigs

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19.08.2021 - 21:15

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Attitude Is Everything has found that 50 per cent of disabled music fans were eager to return to full capacity live shows after COVID restrictions were lifted.The disability-led charity, which has been working towards accessibility in the live industry for over 20 years, carried out an online survey that polled 289 people between July 19 and August 1.According to the findings, 74 per cent of participants – who all had a history of attending live events – require additional access including companion tickets, accessible seating, step-free access and accessible toilets at shows.Half of those who took part said they were comfortable attending an indoor gig as long as sufficient accessibility measures had been put in place at the venue in order.

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