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Section 28, The Persons With Disability Act, 2011

Status not yet checkedThe Persons With Disability Act, 2011, Sierra Leone

(1) Subject to subsection (2), persons with disability shallbe entitled to the use of public recreational or sports facilities for their social, sporting or recreational activities, free of charge, subject to the prior approval of the management of the facilities. (2) Subsection (1) shall not apply in cases where the recreational or sports facilities are hired exclusively on a private basis. (3) Persons with disability shall be entitled to participate in all national and international sports events organized solely for persons with disability. 16 17 Right of access to public premises, services and amenities. Sports and recreation. (4) For the purposes of subsection (3), the Ministry responsible for sports shall after consultation with the Commission, provide the necessary and suitable environment including- (a) architectural infrastructure; (b) apparatus and equipment; (c) training and medical personnel; and (d) transportation facilities, for the effective participation of persons with disability.

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