An event to get together local employers, experts in the disability field, and disabled candidates themselves would give an opportunity to dispel the myths and explore the benefits and practical issues involved.

Generally, employers in the West Midlands are open to employing disabled people, but are nervous about what might be involved. They might have concerns about productivity, absenteeism, health and safety, legal issues and the costs of making adjustments.

Employers would feel more confident about employing disabled people, offering more opportunities to them, and knowing how to support the people they do employ.