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It sets out examples of successful approaches taken by ROs to support disabled voters, as well as links to additional resources and websites that ROs may find useful in carrying out their work to make elections accessible for everyone.\nThis resource will be continuously developed as more examples are shared with us. Please can we ask you to share any examples you would like included by \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/about-us/contact-us\" \\h \u0014contacting\u0015 your local Electoral Commission office.\nCommunication\nWorking with local charities\nWorking with local disability charities will provide insight into your local circumstances.\nSupporting blind and partially-sighted voters\nSupporting deaf or hard of hearing voters\nProviding support and equipment in the polling station","cbCaijJy5uILesDk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaijJy5uILesDk","docx",60875,"English","# Introduction\n## Communication\n## Working with local charities\n## Supporting blind and partially-sighted voters\n## Supporting deaf or hard of hearing voters\n## Providing support and equipment in the polling station","[{\"question\":\"Who is this accessibility support resource intended for?\",\"answer\":\"It is intended for Returning Officers (ROs) who carry out work to make elections accessible for everyone.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the resource recommend ROs improve local accessibility support?\",\"answer\":\"It recommends working with local disability charities to gain insight into local circumstances and needs.\"},{\"question\":\"What types of assistance does the resource outline for polling station support?\",\"answer\":\"It covers support for blind and partially sighted voters, support for deaf or hard of hearing voters, and providing support and equipment in the polling station.\"}]","Accessibility support in polling stations - supporting disabled voters | DOCX"]