Morgans Butchery, a family-run business, has received international recognition after being named a Zero Project Awardee for its work improving accessibility for disabled customers.
The Zero Project is a global initiative focused on disability inclusion and innovation, recognising practical solutions that remove barriers faced by disabled people in everyday life. Morgans Butchery was selected for its “Breaking Down Barriers” approach, which embeds accessibility into the day-to-day running of a small independent retailer.
The initiative focuses on simple, thoughtful changes shaped by lived experience, enabling disabled customers to shop with greater confidence, independence and dignity. It demonstrates that meaningful accessibility does not require large budgets, but commitment and understanding.
The recognition has led to an invitation for Morgans Butchery to share its work internationally, including speaking at the United Nations as part of the Zero Project Conference in Vienna.
Miles Nicholas, Master Butcher at Morgans, said:
“As a small family business, we never set out to win awards, we just wanted to make sure everyone felt welcome in our shop. Being recognised by the Zero Project shows that small independents can lead the way in accessibility, and we’re proud to be sharing that message on a global stage.”
Morgans Butchery hopes the recognition will encourage other small businesses to see accessibility as an opportunity to better serve their communities, rather than a barrier
