Raymond Remakel, the party’s head of inclusion and disability, pointed out that its concerns regarding disability issues have been voiced long before the upcoming elections. In response to these concerns, the party introduced a set of reform proposals during a recent presentation.
One key proposal addresses the need for greater flexibility in guardianship arrangements, aiming to tailor them to specific situations. Additionally, the party advocates for changes in the remuneration system for work conducted in sheltered workshops, as explained by Remakel.
“We believe that individuals employed in sheltered workshops, after a certain number of years, should receive fair compensation and enjoy entitlements such as bonuses and a thirteenth-month pay, which are standard for all workers. Unfortunately, these rights are currently absent in workshop settings,” Remakel stated.
Another focal point of the Pirate Party’s proposals concerns disability and mobility, particularly in the context of the growing prominence of electromobility. Remakel raised concerns about the accessibility of electric charging points for wheelchair users.
“It is impractical to expect a wheelchair user, who requires extra space to exit their vehicle, to use conventional electric charging points. This can lead to blockages when other vehicles arrive, making it an unsuitable solution,” Remakel remarked.
Continuing their advocacy for reform, the Pirate Party stressed the need for a comprehensive overhaul of the Adapto service. They criticised the service’s limitations on travel, scheduling restrictions, and the requirement of a driving licence for its use.
