TODAY we have reported on disabled campaigners’ concerns that Pride failed to adequately provide for them at Preston Park.

From a busy weekend, there were positive reviews of Kylie, the colourful parade through the city, and the festival atmosphere.

But while it is fair to say that Pride has once again been an overwhelming success, it is also right that areas for improvement can be identified for the organisers.

The large majority will have had a great time, in safety and in celebration, and for this the organisers have been and should be praised.

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Yet Liam Hackett and David Routley’s concerns cannot be dismissed.

Mr Hackett posted on the internet about his experience of taking his mother and grandmother to the event.

But there was only capacity for 100 disabled people despite about 275 disabled people having entered the park.

Pride is about inclusivity, and it is clear that some people feel let down by this year’s event.

The Equality Act of 2010 was designed to ensure fair access for those who are disabled so that they can enjoy the same rights in society and the same benefits as the rest of us.

So any sense of exclusion will be painful both for those who missed out on Kylie’s extraordinary show, and the LGBT community as a whole.

Mr Routley himself has been involved with Pride for decades, and said he felt ashamed of the event.

Pride organisers have apologised, and we are sure they are aware of the deep upset that some have experienced. We are also sure that they will work hard to prevent the mistakes next year.