Sally Phillips' Son Denied Trampoline Park Entry Due to Down's Syndrome
The requirement for a GP's letter at Oxygen Acton sparks criticism over discrimination and administrative burdens for parents of special needs children.
- Actress Sally Phillips expressed her frustration after her son Olly, who has Down's syndrome, was denied access to a trampoline park in London.
- The park, Oxygen Acton, required a GP's letter for Olly to participate, citing guidance from British Gymnastics.
- Phillips criticized the administrative burden on parents of special needs children and the discrimination against those with visible disabilities.
- Oxygen Acton apologized and expressed willingness to review current guidance in collaboration with relevant parties.
- Phillips, a patron of the Down's Syndrome Association, has been an active advocate for issues related to Down's syndrome.