Fair 4 All Card - Removing barriers for disabled people

What is it?

What is the Fair4All Card? The Fair4All Card is a secure photo card only for disabled people. It has your name and photo, amongst other things, to prove that it is being used by the right person. BuDS issues the Fair4All Card only to disabled people, who are legally entitled to reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010.

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How it works

Apply for the Card

The first step in obtaining a Fair4All Card is to complete the application form. You can apply for one yourself, or someone can apply for you. You will need to provide evidence of your disability and the reasonable adjustments you are entitled to. If you would prefer a bit more help, you can register your interest and we will help you through the process.

Receive the Card

Once we have checked your application and received everything we need, we will post you your Fair4All Card. The card features your photo and a list of the reasonable adjustments you are legally entitled to. If we can’t issue you with a card or can’t agree about the adjustments and exemptions in your application, there is a formal appeal process. Your appeal will be reviewed by different people within BuDS and a designated trustee.

Use the Card

With your Fair4All Card, you can feel confident about explaining your needs to businesses, organisations, and services. Many shops, services and organisations are starting to recognise the Fair4All Card. This means that we give them formal accessibility training, however this does not mean that the card can only be used in those locations. We have had successes with cards being used all over the country, and even internationally!

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What is a Fair4All Card Partner?

A Fair4All Card Partner is a business, organisation or service which recognises the Fair4All Card and agrees to support Fair4All Card holders. There is no charge or fee to become a Fair4All Card Partner.

We can offer free training to your staff to recognise the Card and understand what to do when it is presented to them. You will be provided with display window stickers and other point of sale material so that disabled people know you are a partner. We will provide you with this material free of charge.

You can help us to improve and develop access and inclusivity for disabled customers if needed. Our staff and volunteers will do this, free of charge.

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What others say

"I have used this in a few locations, one being in Spain when I was away. It was useful having my picture and noting that I am exempt from wearing a mask. After seeing my card no further questions were asked. I cannot thank you enough for issuing one to me.”

“It is really good to know we can use this card anywhere, because we are about to go away, which can be tricky, so it is reassuring to know we can use it to help people understand.”

“Midcounties Cooperate are very proud to be able to support Fair4all scheme, which we hope will improve the lives of our disabled customers by giving them confidence that their disability will not be a factor in stopping them from having a pleasant shopping experience in our stores."

"We were keen to get involved with BUDS to find out how we could review our business in terms of accessibility. The training delivered by BUDS also highlighted areas where we are already offering an inclusive holiday experience for those with different accessibility needs. "

Fair4All Card - Removing barriers for disabled people