The RADAR National Key Scheme (NKS) offers access for disabled people to around 9,000 public toilets around the country. The toilets are often locked to stop vandalism and misuse. RADAR Keys are able to be purchased to gain access to these toilets.

DASH sells RADAR Keys for accessible toilets. We have larger handled keys available for those that may benefit from this, such as people who suffer from arthritis in their hands. These are available to purchase through DASH for £3.50 at the DASH/Shopmobility market stall located in St Mary’s Market, St Helens Central Library, Shopmobility St Helens or from The Millennium Centre. If you are unable to get to any of these locations please phone DASH on 01744 453 053 to find out how to order a key through the post.

In order to receive a key an individual must provide their name and address or that of the person who will use the key and make a declaration stating that they or the individual named is chronically sick or has a disabling condition. Charities purchasing keys must also make a declaration in order to qualify for VAT relief. DASH now also sells a booklet listing accessible toilets located within or in close proximity to St Helens for an additional .50 pence. If you are not in St Helens and wish to purchase a key you can purchase one directly through RADAR. The toilets on the National Key Scheme are the property of the providers concerned, any queries or problems concerning a toilet should be directed to that provider.