Creating Inclusive Environments
Working toward access and inclusion for all
Access and inclusion remain high on our agenda, and we remain resolute in our determination to ensure all Best Practice events are safe and inclusive for all participants. With that in mind, we would like to highlight a range of initiatives in support of this, along with further clarification on our overall admissions policy.
Striving towards access and inclusion for all is no easy task... it's a very long road, and we're only part-way along, so first and foremost, we do kindly ask for patience and forbearance. If there is anything we can do that will make your experience of our events better that isn't covered by the measures we've already introduced, please get in touch, and we will try our best to accommodate your request.
Please note: the below provides details on initiatives we, as the organiser, have introduced - for more details on accessibility and facilities at the venues we use, please click the relevant button below:
Striving towards access and inclusion for all is no easy task... it's a very long road, and we're only part-way along, so first and foremost, we do kindly ask for patience and forbearance. If there is anything we can do that will make your experience of our events better that isn't covered by the measures we've already introduced, please get in touch, and we will try our best to accommodate your request.
Please note: the below provides details on initiatives we, as the organiser, have introduced - for more details on accessibility and facilities at the venues we use, please click the relevant button below:
Access & Inclusion
Featured initiatives at Best Practice
Wheelchair access
We've dropped registration counters, widened aisles, allocated wheelchair spaces in theatres, and added ramps to stages.
Hearing loops
All theatres are equipped with hearing loops. If you need any assistance using hearing loops, please speak to a member of staff.
Sensory conditions
We provide a comfortable sensory environment, with no strobe lighting or loud amplified sounds during conference sessions.
Service animals
Service animals are welcome throughout the event. Please ensure your service animal is clearly identified.
Support persons
Support persons can attend for free but are not allowed to access pharmaceutical sessions or stands.
Large print materials
Large print conference programmes are available onsite for delegates who require them.
Sunflower scheme
We fully recognise and support the Sunflower Hidden Disability Scheme, and Sunflower Stickers are available onsite.
Priority theatre access
Priority access to theatres is available for those who are unable to stand for long periods of time in queues.
Priority seating
Priority seating is available in all theatres for delegates with either a visual or hearing impairment.
Quiet room
Our Quiet Rooms create a safe space that’s inclusive not only for neurodivergent people but also for neurotypical attendees.
Medicines storage
We can provide refrigerated storage for any medicines you need to bring with you to the event.
Admissions policy
All Best Practice events are business events exclusively for registered healthcare professionals and other relevant decision makers currently working within general practice, primary care, respiratory health, and women's health. Minors (those under the age of 18) are not permitted to enter the event. There are no crèche facilities available at the show.
This has been our long-standing policy based on the following considerations:
This has been our long-standing policy based on the following considerations:
- The exhibition floor is a crowded space with many potential hazards for young children.
- ABPI rules dictate that non-healthcare professionals should not be exposed to marketing/prescribing information from pharmaceutical companies.
- All delegates attending should be able to enjoy an undisrupted experience of the event, and in particular our educational programme.
Exceptions
We are fully sympathetic to the demands on working parents who wish to attend Best Practice, and with that in mind, parents/guardians of nursing babies / infants are allowed to attend Best Practice events with their babies / infants under the following conditions:
- The nursing babies / infants should remain safely seated within a pram / pushchair at all times (with the exception of when nursing / comforting).
- Nursing babies / infants should never be left unattended. Parents / guardians of nursing babies/infants should not ask or expect anyone else to supervise their children.
- Parents / guardians of nursing babies / infants may be politely asked to leave a conference session if the babies' / infants' presence is disrupting the session.
- Parents / guardians of nursing babies / infants bring their children to the event entirely at their own risk and responsibility.
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