Today, Motorsport UK is launching a disability training module, with a focus on supporting and promoting participation across motorsport.

The creation of this new module was encouraged by the involvement of the Motorsport UK Disability and Accessibility Expert Committee, who identified that more needs to be done by the governing body to encourage inclusivity across all motorsport disciplines.

The module was created with the support of Nimbus Disability, one of the UK’s leading providers of disability-related training and consultancy for business and organisations.

Mark Briggs, PLY, Director of Partnerships at Nimbus Disability commented, “The accessible toolkit is the culmination of our work with Motorsport UK over the last two years, during which visiting circuits and talking with spectators, volunteers and competitors has really given us an insight to the sport. What we have seen is a true commitment to improving access and some fabulous examples of creative thinking.  The toolkit will help enable all to understand disabled peoples access requirements and embed this thinking into their circuits and provision.”

Aaron Morgan, member of the Motorsport UK Disability and Accessibility Expert Committee and disabled driver, competing in the British Endurance Championship alongside Paul Fullick, added, “As more and more disabled people enter the world of motorsport, it is important to educate all on the potential barriers to participation so that they can be overcome. It is fantastic to see Motorsport UK providing this training module as I would love to see events become more accessible and more disabled drivers on the grid.”

Tony Compson, Chair of the Motorsport UK Disability and Accessibility Expert Committee, said, “Training is an effective way to widen the understanding of the issues surrounding the motorsport disabled community and to help remove some of the negative perceptions and actions that can often permeate through amongst those dealing with the disabled community within motorsport.”

December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society and development.

Access the module here.