PEOPLE are being encouraged to come along to a free disability awareness event in the town centre.

On Friday, April 26, The Basingstoke and District Disability Forum (BDDF) will be hosting its annual Disability Awareness Day.

The free event will be open to the public from 9am to 4pm in Castle Square at The Malls.

The event is supported by The Mall's management team with assistance from EweMove and the Rotary Club of Basingstoke Deane.

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Basingstoke Gazette: On Friday, April 26, The Basingstoke and District Disability Forum (BDDF) will be hosting its

This year the group is celebrating its 10th year of being an official registered charity.

A spokesperson for the group said: "Do you have a question about disability but don't know who to ask? We can help! With over 35 local organisations providing services for disabled people, we will be able to answer questions on a wide range of topics including benefits, transport, health, support, education, sports etc. Getting the right information at the right time can help you to make informed choices to support your needs."

The forum is a free to join, membership-based organisation for all adults with disabilities, offering support for those over 18 with visible and invisible impairments, be that physical, learning, mental health or chronic conditions.

For further information, visit bddf.org.uk or email office@bddf.org.uk.