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Alternative Services

• This branch and the business is committed to making the services they offer accessible to all customers.
• As well as in-person appointments at their office, they can adapt to your needs and requirements by using phone calls, email or video calls – whichever works best for you and your circumstances.
• If you’d rather see them face-to-face in your own home, they can always accommodate that too.
• In each branch a portable hearing loop is available on request with 48 hours notice.
• To find out more or if you have any further questions, please contact your local branch.

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Branch Information

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• Help and Assistance View
  • There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request and large print on request.

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Public Transport and Parking

• There is a bus stop within approximately 150m of the branch.
• The nearest train station is Stamford (Lincs).
• The branch does not have its own car park.
• There are no parking facilities available at the branch.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • Public parking is available within approximately 200m of the branch.

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Approach

• The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
• The approach surface is uneven in places.
• There is step-free access on the approach.

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• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a slope with a very slight incline.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Outside Access

• This information is for the entrance located in Market Place.
• There is external signage.
• There is stepped access at this entrance.

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• Entrance View
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the threshold.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 4cm.

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Inside the Branch

• There is step-free access throughout the majority of the branch.
• The type of flooring in the branch is carpet.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a waiting area available in the branch.
• Seating can be provided for customers while they wait.
• Seating in the branch includes; chairs with armrests and sofas.

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• Comments View
  • The sofa is mainly used for Sales but can be used as temporary seating.

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Desk(s)

• There is/are 3 desk(s) in the branch.
• The desk(s) is/are located immediately ahead from the entrance.
• The nearest desk is approximately 1m from the entrance.
• The desk(s) is/are is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the desk(s).
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk(s).

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• Desk Features View
  • There are screens, windows, TVs or mirrors in front of or behind some of the desks which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Some of the desks are placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the desk(s) are moderate to good.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest desk is 71cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest desk is 72cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the desk(s) is 71cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
  • None of the desks have clear space under them.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the desk(s).

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are Mortgage Services.

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• Stairs View
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the sales area.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are first floor.
  • There are 14 steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 23cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is not a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

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Step(s)

• There is a/are step(s) located along the corridor to the meeting room.
• The step(s) is/are used to access the Mortgage Services Room on the left hand side.
• There is/are 1 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 3cm.
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Meeting Room (Left)

• The Mortgage Services Room is located at the top of the stairs, to the left.
• Clear signage for the room is not visible from the entrance.
• There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
• Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
• There is not step free access into the room.

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• Access into the Room View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 71cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
• Room Details View
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the desk is 71cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are not screens, windows, TVs or mirrors in front of or behind the desk which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The desk is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Meeting Room (Right)

• The Mortgage services Room is located at the top of the stairs to the right..
• Clear signage for the room is not visible from the entrance.
• There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
• Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
• The corridor/walkway leading to the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is not step free access into the room.

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• Access into the Room View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
• Room Details View
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the desk is 71cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are screens, windows, TVs or mirrors in front of or behind the desk which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The desk is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) for customer use.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
• An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
• There is not a lowered wash basin.
• There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet(s).
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.