Accessibility of States properties assessed

There are about 80 buildings included in the programme covering the full range of public services

The States Property Unit has commenced a programme of audits ahead of the need for the public sector to produce accessibility action plans by 2028.

The audits cover areas of buildings used by customers, services users or pupils when accessing States of Guernsey services.

There are about 80 buildings included in the programme covering the full range of public services such as schools, health and care settings, leisure facilities, museums, and public toilets.

The programme will continue for the rest of the year and throughout 2025.

Mark Ogier, director of estates for the States Property Unit, said: "We are starting this work early in recognition of our duty to lead the way in ensuring that requirements are met following the implementation of the Prevention of Discrimination Ordinance in October.

"These audits are essential to identify short, medium, and long-term recommendations that will inform decisions around the prioritisation, planning and funding of improvement works."