The Government has confirmed that Local Authorities which have not yet taken advantage of the available Changing Places Toilet Government funding can now apply to receive a portion of the remaining £6.5m for new Changing Places toilets in England.
The deadline for submission of expressions of interest is 30th September 2022.
Read more information about the new funding
Read the full list of eligible Local Authorities
Local authorities are guided to work with local partners including voluntary and community groups, parish and town councils and others to identify the potential to install new Changing Places toilets in their area and work with building owners to assess the viability of potential projects.
Previously, the Government announced the allocation of funding for new Changing Places Toilet projects in England. In the first application round, £23.5 M worth of funding was allocated across 191 councils allowing more than 510 new Changing Places Toilets to be installed across England.
This funding will make a massive difference to the lives of disabled people across England and their families, opening up venues and locations that previously many disabled people were just unable to access, or to visit for longer periods of time.
Eddie Hughes MP, Minister for Rough Sleeping and Housing, said:
“We want to deliver as many new facilities as possible with the Changing Places Fund. But we recognise that government investment alone can only do so much. We also need to continue work with charities and grass-root organisations – many who have long-campaigned for change – utilise their expertise and knowledge to build a more equal society after COVID.”
Visit our Local Authority Support Page for information about the funding and how we can support you.
Contact us on 01242 820820 if you have any questions about Changing Places Toilets or need free advice on any aspect of planning and installation for a specific project.
ABOUT ASTOR BANNERMAN
Astor Bannerman offer the full range of products specified by Changing Places regulations, including fixed and mobile changing tables, hoists, height adjustable washbasins, toilets and accessories. They are always developing new products, and are proud to have developed the Astor Invincible, the first changing table designed specifically for Changing Places toilets.