Repose invests in life-saving equipment

Back in 2014, Repose’s company director John  Elcocks survived a heart attack on the company’s premises. Now, the Cradley Health based furniture specialists have installed a defibrillator in its headquarters, ensuring access to the life-saving equipment is available should the worst occur.

Could self-driving wheelchairs become a commercial reality in the near future?

An academic-industry collaboration between a Toronto-based robotics firm and the University of Toronto has seen the development of a new product that could make wheelchairs autonomous for as little as £230 ($300).

Telecare tech shown to relieve NHS bed blocking

Following trials across the UK, a new telecare kit from OwnFone has shown to help alleviate bed blocking, a major concern for the National Health Service.

Fire safety concerns over mobility scooters and lifts

Reports of fire safety issues surrounding mobility scooters in flats have been raised by residents in a Devon sheltered housing scheme.