I’m not sure I’ll ever forget the stunned and confused expression that crossed the manager's face when I proved him wrong.
Gavin is often ignored because of his disability ‘He can’t come in here walking like that.’ That was the discriminatory remark a restaurant manager made towards me just a few weeks ago and I’m still shocked about it now. I have cerebral palsy and a speech impediment, but it certainly doesn’t define me and nor should it impact my ability to enjoy a curry with my father. Yet, I have always been judged, stared at, and laughed at because of my appearance.
We were able to eat our meal in peace – which we still had to pay for despite the very hurtful and clear violation of my rights as a customer – and, as we got up to leave, we thankfully did receive an apology. Though it felt half-hearted at best and I still left feeling dehumanised, I hope that, at the very least, this incident helped raise a tiny bit of awareness and reminded the manager and his staff of the importance of upholding and adhering to the Equality Act.
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