A double amputee says he feels like a prisoner in his Plymouth flat because the building has no lift, leaving him unable to easily access his home or leave in an emergency. He describes being effectively confined due to the difficulty of reaching upper floors.
The BBC reports that James Smith lives in a top-floor flat and says he lacks the means to get out safely or quickly without lift access. The account centers on accessibility and emergency egress, with his condition affecting his ability to navigate stairs.
The Yahoo News item echoes the BBC’s core claim, similarly framing the issue as him being stuck in the flat without lift access. Both sources focus on his day-to-day limitations and the safety implications of remaining in a dwelling that is not designed for people with mobility impairments.
