GUIDE dog owner Steve Waller and his dog Evie met John Healey MP in the Houses of Parliament to discuss the discrimination faced by those who use guide dogs.
According to the charity Guide Dogs, three quarters of guide dog owners have been refused service in shops, restaurants and taxis.
To highlight the issue more than 100 guide dog owners from all over the country gathered to describe their experiences.
Mr Healey said: “It is unacceptable and illegal for businesses to turn away customers simply because they have a guide dog with them.
“I fully support Guide Dogs’ efforts in bringing this important issue to the attention of MPs and the public and we must do whatever we can make sure business owners understand and obey the law.”
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