Stirling's The PEAK sports village has improved access for disabled people with the launch of a new facility.

The £60,000 Changing Places Toilet meets all the needs of people with a disability, containing specialist changing, lifting, showering and toilet facilities.

It is located near the front foyer at The PEAK and forms part of Stirling Council's continued commitment to improve disabled facilities in the area.

This project places The PEAK as the first Stirling Council-owned building to be equipped with a Changing Places Toilet.

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Convener of the Community Planning and Regeneration Committee, Cllr Chris Kane said: "I am thrilled to see the completion of this specialised Changing Place which will help ensure Stirling is more accessible to everyone.

"We are committed to equality of opportunity in our communities, and these important facilities help more of our citizens participate in everyday activities. I hope we'll see many more Changing Places in the future."

The Council worked closely with the Stirling Area Access Panel in the design and site of the resource, and consulted with PAMIS – the UK charity who lead on the Changing Places initiative.

Andrew Bain, Chief Executive of Active Stirling added: "We are really pleased with the addition of the new Changing Places Toilet, and the new space and equipment that has been installed in The PEAK, making our facilities more inclusive and accessible. We hope Changing Places helps our customers and visitors get out and about more, knowing we have this facility available locally so they can continue to enjoy day to day activities across Stirling."

(CM/JG)