NDIS plans to be decided by computer with limited appeal
Exclusive: A major NDIS revamp will see funding decisions automated by computer, drastically reducing human discretion and appeal options for participants. Read the full details.
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Boy with rare genetic condition finds joy in adaptive skateboarding
Lloyd Pinn, 8, with a severe disability, learns to skateboard using a custom frame in Melbourne. His story highlights true inclusion and accessible sport for all children.
Firefighter wins £40k payout over diary snooping case
A firefighter forced out of her job after a colleague read her private diary wins a £42,853 tribunal payout for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. Read the full story.
Two-Year NHS Wheelchair Service Delay Leaves User Stranded
A London man's 24-month battle with the NHS wheelchair service reveals a system in crisis, leaving him isolated and struggling for basic independence. Read his story and the official response.
Guide to the DWP Motability Scheme: Eligibility & Updates
A complete guide to the UK's Motability scheme. Learn who is eligible, what benefits are included, and the latest changes announced in the Budget. Find out if you can lease a vehicle.
Trump uses offensive slur against Democrat governor
US President Donald Trump faces backlash for using a derogatory term to describe Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, defending his comments to reporters. Read the full story.
Martin Lewis: 'Perverse' ISA limit cut to £12,000
Money expert Martin Lewis reacts to the 2027 cash ISA limit cut to £12,000, securing a key win for over-65s. Discover the full Budget impact on your savings.
Carer cancels benefits over immigration rule changes
A Ghanaian carer cancels all benefits including her autistic daughter's disability allowance amid fears new immigration rules will block her UK settlement. Read her story.
Budget Motability cuts follow rightwing campaign
Rachel Reeves targets Motability scheme in budget, removing tax breaks for premium vehicles after rightwing social media campaign. Disability groups condemn lack of consultation.
Cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 from 2027
HMRC reveals new rules to stop savers bypassing the reduced £12,000 Cash ISA limit from April 2027. Includes plans for a simpler first-time buyer ISA.
State Pension Tax Exemption Creates Two-Tier System
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
Rachel Reeves' Budget Faces Backlash Over Tax and Welfare
Rachel Reeves' debut budget as Chancellor triggers fierce debate with personal tax allowance freezes and the retained two-child limit. Critics argue the measures disproportionately impact lower earners.
£75m to fix Carer's Allowance systemic failures
A £75m government fund aims to fix systemic Carer's Allowance failures that penalised vulnerable families. Discover the review's findings and what happens next.
Ruth Codd announces second leg amputation recovery
Irish actor and Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd shares her recovery journey after second below-knee amputation. Discover her inspiring story and future plans.
Tax Threshold Freeze Extended: Calculate Your Bill
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
Ruth Codd has second leg amputation after joint damage
Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd reveals she's undergone her second below-knee amputation after years of chronic pain. The 29-year-old shares her journey and positive outlook.
25 luxury cars cut from Motability Scheme
BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi among 25 models removed from the disability scheme following Autumn Budget changes. Discover the full list and what it means.
Pensioners: Claim £441 Weekly with Attendance Allowance
Discover how state pensioners can receive up to £441 every four weeks through DWP's Attendance Allowance. Learn eligibility criteria and application tips for this tax-free benefit.
Roman Arena Accessibility Upgrade for Winter Paralympics
The 2,000-year-old Arena di Verona undergoes £17.5m transformation with lift and toilets for Winter Paralympics opening ceremony, creating lasting accessibility legacy.
Guardian Corrections: Carer's Allowance and Word Wheel
The Guardian has published corrections regarding the Sayce review on carer's allowance and the solution to a word puzzle. Discover the full details of these amendments and other updated stories.
Carer's Allowance Report Reveals Systemic DWP Failures
Damning review exposes how DWP's systemic flaws left carers facing huge debts and mental health crises. Ministers urged to apologise for devastating impact on vulnerable families.
Carer's Allowance scandal review demands urgent reform
Independent review reveals DWP's catastrophic failure in Carer's Allowance system, leaving carers with £250m debt. Labour must now deliver comprehensive reforms.
Reeves to scrap £300m Motability tax breaks
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to remove £300m in tax relief from the Motability scheme, impacting car costs for disabled people. Learn the full budget implications.
Carer's Allowance Review Finds Systemic DWP Failures
A devastating review reveals systemic DWP failures led to a carer's allowance crisis, pushing unpaid carers into debt and wasting hundreds of millions in taxpayer money.
State Pension to rise by £561 in Budget
UK state pension is set for a £561 annual increase due to the triple lock, but it brings pensioners closer to the income tax threshold. Learn the details.
Family's Journey with Daughter's Rare Chromosome Disorder
A London family shares their emotional journey caring for their 11-year-old daughter with a rare chromosome disorder. They fundraise for vital therapy to help her progress.
Motability axes luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes
The Motability scheme will no longer offer luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes, shifting focus to British-built vehicles ahead of the 2025 UK Budget. Discover the full details and impact.
Carer's Allowance scandal: £357m overpayment crisis
Revealing a decade of DWP failures leaving unpaid carers with huge debts and criminal convictions. Discover the full timeline and government response.
Carer's Allowance Scandal Victims Demand Justice
Hundreds of carers wrongly accused of fraud speak out as landmark review exposes DWP failures. Victims share harrowing stories of prosecution and financial ruin.
DWP to reassess 300k carer's allowance cases
Hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers face reassessment after damning review reveals government failures led to devastating £20,000 penalties. Read the full investigation.
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