A man living with cerebral palsy says he's been repeatedly mistaken for a beggar while waiting for the bus because of his disability.
Ellis Palmer Babe, from Bidston, has been a wheelchair user for most of his life having been diagnosed with cerebral palsy shortly after was born. His disability affects his balance and co-ordination, prompting a number of people to offer him money after thinking he was begging at the bus stop.
Ellis told the ECHO he faces systemic discrimination "every day", but the 28-year-old is determined to be a catalyst for change by channelling his experiences into creating positive representation for other people living with disabilities. In a bid to raise both money and awareness, Ellis has undertaken the mammoth task of cycling 1,000km in August on his handcycle.
