A COMPANY in Gloucestershire is hoping to give disabled people their “freedom” back.

Mobiloo claim thousands of disabled people in the South West are unable to attend events or visit outdoor venues because of a simple lack of appropriate toilets.

As the United Nations prepares for World Toilet Day on November 19, Mobiloo is calling on event organisers and venues to consider people with specific personal care needs, arguing that disabled toilets are more often than not “inadequate”.

James Brown, Mobiloo’s project director and former Paralympic cyclist, said being able to go to the toilet is a “basic human right”.

He continued: “This simple addition to an event or venue’s services could transform lives and boost attendance.

“For disabled people, Mobiloo provides freedom from being trapped in their homes, or immediate locality.

“Knowing there are safe, hygienic and appropriate changing facilities that meet their needs, means they can attend a music event, visit a Christmas Fair or support their favourite sports team, without the worry of finding somewhere for their personal care.

“And, of course, if they can attend they will bring carers, friends and family with them which is additional revenue for the event or venue.”

Mobiloo is currently run by Gloucestershire's Active Impact and is registering to become a stand-alone charity and has just received further funding from Gloucestershire County Council to build two new vehicles for the region.

The first Mobiloo vehicle was launched in 2014 but not, backed by the county council, the organisation is building a fleet of mobile units which can be set-up almost anywhere and are instantly ready for use.

Each is fitted with a ceiling hoist, changing table, accessible toilet and has a driver/attendant to keep the unit clean and working.

For more information, visit mobiloo.org.uk