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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Café, seminar rooms, staff offices, Michael Chowen lecture theatre, laboratories.
• John Maynard Smith Building link (new tab) - click here.

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Opening Times

• The building is open 24 hours via swipe card.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University campus is located to the north of Brighton, accessed off the A27.
    From the centre of Brighton, take the A270 Lewes Road. Just before it meets the A27, turn onto Stony Mere Way and continue onto Sports Centre Road. Turn left into Gardner Centre Road. The building is located at the end of this road.
  • Pre-arranged visitor parking is available in Car Park 4, located outside Sussex House.
    The most accessible car park to the Trafford Centre is Car Park 1.
    Pay and display visitor parking is available in Car Park 4, Car Park 5 (outside the Sports Centre) and the Sports Complex car park. Permit only car parks are located throughout the campus.
• By Bus View
  • Bus routes 5B 23, 25, 28, 29 and 50 run from the centre of Brighton to the campus. There are several bus stops located throughout the campus.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Falmer, which is located on the opposite side of the A27 from the campus.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the campus, please see the University website How To Get Here page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please use the link below for more details on buses in the Brighton and Hove area.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the National Rail Enquiries website for more information on trains to Falmer.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Support Unit please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 877 466.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Support Unit is a team of specialist advisors who work with students who may need support at the university due to a long term condition.
• To see more information on Student Life Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 876 767.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Life Centre offers information, advice and guidance to all Sussex students.
  It is located on the ground floor of Bramber House (north end opposite Kent House), and is open from 09:00 – 17:00 every weekday.
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• The Admissions Office is located on the ground floor of Sussex House, and is open Monday - Friday 10:00 - 13:00 and 14:00 - 17:00.
  It deals with all full-time Undergraduate applications, and full- and part-time Masters applications.
  There are different contact details for each type of application. Please see the website for more details.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 678 220.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Housing Services Office is located on Level 2 of Bramber House (North Side).
• To see more information on General Enquiries (University of Sussex) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 606 755.
• Email: [email protected].
• Equality and diversity courses, including Disability Awareness, are available to staff. The Diversity in the Workplace course is mandatory for all staff.
• For more information on BSMS Clinical Neuroscience please click here.
• For more information on accessible routes around the Campus please click here.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is P1 Science Car Park.
  • The car park is located off Southern Ring Road.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 190cm x 440cm (6ft 3in x 14ft 5in).
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Biology Road.
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located at the ramped entrance.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.

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Site/Campus Car Park (P1 Science Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Science Park Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Friston, Hastings and Genome Damage and Stability Centre.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 350cm x 460cm (11ft 6in x 15ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Friston Building.
  • This car park is clearly signposted from the Friston Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, off Southern Ring Road.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 164cm (5ft 5in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 11 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Entrance (John Maynard Smith Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left side of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is one set of manual, heavy, double doors between the John Maynard Smith Entrance and this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 147cm (4ft 10in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp is 90cm.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • There is / are 3 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides going up.

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Reception (BSMS School Office)

• BSMS School Office is located on Level 2, beyond the lift, off of the main corridor.
• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There are no doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • The fixed hearing system is located in the lecture theatre.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• Comments View
  • There are push pads for automatic doors located throughout the corridors as shown in the photographs.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the left after the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 21m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located beyond the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
• The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (Michael Chowen Lecture Theatre)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• There is a slight ramp/slope for access to the lecture theatre(s).
• The width of the ramp/slope is 84cm.
• The ramp/slope does not have handrails.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
• There is/are shallow (2cm-10cm) step(s) for access to the lecture theatre(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked and does not/do not have handrails.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The height of the lectern is 90cm.
• The lectern is not height adjustable.
• There is (staggered) tiered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the (staggered) tiered seating do not have handrails.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 71cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.
• Portable ramp/s are available upon request to allow access from the entrance door, as shown in the photographs.

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Eating and Drinking

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located immediately beyond the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; menu boards.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 87cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 45cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 80cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 80cm.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs and sofas.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 45cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 1 - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 1, off the main corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 190cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • 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 height of the towel dispenser is 150cm.
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Comments View
  • There is an identical accessible toilet located in the same position on Level 2, as shown in the photographs.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 3 - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 3, to the right after exiting the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 108cm.
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on level 1, off the main corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located on level 2, to the right after exiting the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m from the lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Deaf Messaging Service

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