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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Barony Bar, Gameszone - Pool Bar, Shop at the Union, The Scene - Cafe, Ash - Advice and Support Services, The Lounge - Social Space, Debates Chambers, Liberation Rooms, Postgraduate Lounge, The Priory - Cafe Bar, Vertigo - Bar and Venue, Meeting Rooms, SU Offices, NatWest Bank.

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Opening Times

• Monday 10:00 - 23:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 23:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 23:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 23:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 23:00.
• Saturday 17:00 - 23:00.
• Sunday 17:00 - 23:00.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Glasgow.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest National Rail station is Glasgow Queen Street.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest underground station is Buchanan Street.

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Parking (John Street)

• Parking is not free for all users.
• The car park is at the front of the venue.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The car park has raised bollards.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
• The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• The patron does not have to cross a road.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• There is not a designated drop off point.
• This car park is for Permit Holders only.
• There are also on street pay and display parking bays on John Street.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 1)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, on John Street.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 127cm (4ft 2in) wide.

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Level Change (Main Entrance - Level 1)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance, towards the direction of Catherdal Street.
• The ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 103cm (3ft 5in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right of the entrance as you face it, towards the direction of Cathedral Street.
• There is/are 7 step(s) to the area/service.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp overcomes the steps.

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Reception (Main Entrance)

• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The hearing loop is fitted in the Debates Chamber on level 6.
  • The photographs show the level 5 lounge.
  • There are refreshments machines available near the lifts.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4-6-8.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Evacuation Lift - No 131)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the far end of the entrance foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1-2-3-4-6-8.
• The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 103cm (3ft 5in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 150cm x 188cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 2in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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  • There are two lifts here.
  • The one on the left as you face them is an Evacuation Lift.

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Other Floors (Back Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 5-6-7-8-9-10.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
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  • The services on other floors which are not accessible include the offices on levels 9 and 10, including the Cash Office, Central Services Department, Communications Department and the Director of Music.
  • There are between 7-15+ steps between levels.

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Lift (Lift to Levels 8-7 and 6-5)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the back stairs on level 8.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 7-8.
• The lift is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 81cm x 100cm (2ft 8in x 3ft 3in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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  • A key is required to use this lift, available from the reception desk on level 1.
  • There is an identical lift on the back stairs on level 6, to access level 5 (shown in photograph 2).

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Advice Hub - Level 5

• The advice hub is located to the rear right of the level 5 lounge.
• It is 17m from the level 6-5 stair lift which provides level access.
• There are several meeting rooms, each with plenty of space.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Reception (Sports Hub - Level 7)

• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the 8-7 stair lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk is not generally staffed.

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Reception (Student Activities Reception - Level 7)

• The desk is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the 8-7 stair lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• This is by lift.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk is generally staffed.

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• Comments View
  • There are computers available in this area.
  • There are height adjustable chairs, some with armrests available.

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Debates Chamber

• The Debates Chamber is located to the left of level 6, opposite The Priory.
• It is 21m from the lift which provides level access.
• None of the central tables or chairs are fixed.
• There is adequate room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a hearing loop fitted in the room.
• There is 1 clearly marked medium step to access gallery seating.
• The step is followed by a moderate ramp to rear seating.
• There are no handrails for the step or ramp.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Level Change (Level 6 - Rear of Debates Chamber)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located to the left as you exit the lifts.
• There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are deep.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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  • These steps give access to the Postgraduate Common Room and the rear of the Debates Chamber.
  • There is level access to the front of the Debates Chamber via the Priory Cafe Bar.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (Barony Bar - Level 2)

• The following information is for the bar.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Food is not available from the bar.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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  • The bar is located on level 2.
  • It also contains a dance floor area.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (The Yard - Level 3)

• The following information is for the bar.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is a lowered section at the service counter.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 12m (13yd 4in) from the lifts.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 65cm (2ft 2in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is bar snacks.

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• Comments View
  • It contains pool tables and games machines as well as a bar and seating.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (The Scene - Level 4)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is breakfasts, main meals and snacks.

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• Comments View
  • The Scene also contains raised seating areas, accessed by 1 or 3 clearly marked steps with no handrails.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (Priory Cafe Bar - Level 6)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is a lowered section at the service counter.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lifts.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 38cm (1ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks and meals.

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Eating and Drinking (Taco Mazama - Level 6)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held only.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks and meals.

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Vertigo Bar and Venue - Level 8

• There is retractable tiered seating, with space for wheelchair users at the front.
• This is used for lectures, exhibitions, conferences and fairs during the day, and live music events and entertainment at night.
• The bar in Vertigo does not contain a lowered section.
• There are clearly marked medium height steps with no handrails leading to rear seating.

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Level Change (Level 8 Meeting Rooms)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located next to Vertigo.
• There is / are 14 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are deep.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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• Comments View
  • These stairs access the Anderson room.
  • There are similar stairs on the far side of Vertigo from the lifts, which access the Hills Room.
  • The further stairs have the handrail on the right, but it does not cover the bottom 3 steps (shown in photograph 3).

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Arbuthnott Room

• The room is located to the left of level 8.
• There is level access on this room via the main lift.
• The room is 12m from the lift.
• None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
• All of the chairs have armrests.
• The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.

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Anderson Room

• The room is located to the left of level 8.
• There is not level access on this room.
• The room is accessed via the level 8 steps.
• The room is 2m from the top of the steps
• None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
• All of the chairs have armrests.
• The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.

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Curran Room

• The room is located to the rear left of level 8.
• There is level access on this room via the main lift.
• The room is 76m from the lift.
• None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
• All of the chairs have armrests.
• The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.

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Hills Room

• The room is located to the rear left of level 8.
• There is not level access on this room.
• The room is accessed via the rear level 8 steps.
• The room is 2m from the top of the rear steps
• None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
• All of the chairs have armrests.
• The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 3)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lifts.
  • The accessible toilet is located in the toilet area to the right as you exit the lifts.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are not mirrors.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is an identical toilet in the same location on level 4.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 6)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the left as you exit the lifts, outside the Priory Cafe Bar.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 180cm (5ft 1in x 5ft 11in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • This cubilcle contains a Clos-O-Mat toilet.
  • The toilet seat is height adjustable.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on level 3, right as you exit the lifts.
  • The female and male toilets are 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lifts.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • These toilets contain cubicles with grab rails fitted and doors that open outwards.
  • There are additional standard toilets located on levels 2,3,4 and 6.
  • There are unisex toilets located on level 6.

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Additional Info

• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are not Text Relay aware.

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• Comments View
  • Disability Equality training is provided for Clubs and Societies and Student Engagement staff.
  • At the time of the survey not all bar staff had received this training.
  • There are refuge points next to the Evacuation Lift on levels 3, 4, 6 and 8.