Special needs services face collapse in England
England's special educational needs services are at breaking point as demand surges. Experts warn proper funding and transparency are urgently needed to protect vulnerable children's rights.
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NDIS disability sector in 'market failure' crisis
Australia's not-for-profit disability sector faces collapse due to frozen NDIS price caps, with providers reporting 12% losses over five years. Urgent reform demanded.
Student's adaptive fashion brand transforms lives
Hanan Tantush created Intotum after her grandad struggled with clothing post-stoma surgery. Her adaptive fashion brand is now thriving, proving disability and style can coexist.
Chris McCausland explores AI's revolutionary impact for blind
Comedian Chris McCausland investigates groundbreaking AI technology that could transform independence for blind people in his BBC documentary Seeing into the Future. Watch now on iPlayer.
Winter Fuel Payment 2025: Your £300 Guide
Discover how you can legally spend your 2025 Winter Fuel Payment. This £300 DWP allowance offers flexible spending choices beyond energy bills for older Britons.
How a small gesture with hearing aids revealed true love
Lynda Leigh shares how her husband David's quiet, caring gesture with her hearing aids revealed the depth of his love. Discover their moving love story that ended in tragedy.
Chris McCausland explores future tech for disabled people
Comedian Chris McCausland's BBC documentary reveals how emerging technology from AI to driverless cars is creating unprecedented independence for disabled people. A must-watch perspective shift.
Wicked's Authentic Casting: A Landmark for Disability
The new Wicked film casts a disabled actor, Marissa Bode, as Nessarose, challenging industry norms. Discover why authentic representation matters now more than ever.
Check for £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment
As UK temperatures plummet to -7°C, see if you're eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Use the official postcode checker to claim your cash boost.
Pension Tax Petition Hits 11,959 Signatures
A parliamentary petition demanding double tax allowance for pensioners has reached 11,959 signatures, forcing government response. Campaigners warn frozen thresholds could tax state pensioners.
Perfect Show for Rachel: A Star Takes Control
Meet Rachel O'Mahony, the learning-disabled star directing her own madcap variety show. Discover how this award-winning production challenges perceptions of disability in the UK theatre scene.
Wicked's Marissa Bode on disability representation
Marissa Bode, the first disabled actor to play Nessarose in Wicked, calls for an end to 'cripping up' and better disability representation in Hollywood. Discover her journey.
Disability rights activist Alice Wong dies aged 51
Alice Wong, pioneering disability rights activist and writer, passes away at 51. Her work championed autonomy for disabled people and marginalised communities. Discover her powerful legacy.
Chris McCausland on blindness, Strictly and his memoir
Blind comedian Chris McCausland reveals his journey from software engineer to Strictly Come Dancing champion, discussing his memoir and surprising career path. Discover his inspiring story.
Dick Harris: A Life for Disability Rights
Dick Harris, who spent a lifetime advocating for disability rights and independent living, has died aged 71. Discover his inspiring journey from institutional care to becoming a force for change.
Coronation Street star Melissa Johns welcomes baby girl
Former Coronation Street actress Melissa Johns announces the arrival of her first child with husband Dan Hampton. See the sweet photos and her inspiring journey.
HMRC: Increase Your Tax-Free Allowance to £20,070
Discover how to legally increase your Personal Allowance to £20,070 and earn £7,500 tax-free via HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme. Learn how to claim today.
Lords: Hybrid Work Can Help Disabled People into Jobs
A House of Lords committee urges the government to promote hybrid working in back-to-work initiatives to help disabled people and carers access employment. Discover how flexibility could fix Britain's worklessness crisis.
NDIA uses AI for NDIS draft plans amid automation concerns
Exclusive: NDIA staff use machine learning for NDIS draft plans while limiting generative AI to emails. Documents reveal 20% productivity gains but experts warn of automation bias risks.
Boost Your Income by £16,000 Tax-Free
Discover five legitimate ways for UK families to generate over £16,000 of tax-free income. Expert tips from AJ Bell help you leverage allowances and reliefs you might be missing.
Cat Burns Reveals Deafness in Emotional Traitors UK Moment
Singer-songwriter Cat Burns opens up about her deafness in a powerful moment on Celebrity Traitors UK, creating one of television's most authentic disability awareness moments.
Terminal cancer patient's benefits stopped abroad
A mother with incurable cancer faces financial ruin after the DWP stopped her disability payments because she became too sick abroad to return to the UK within time limits.
7 Health Conditions Eligible for Extra Financial Support
Discover which common health conditions could make you eligible for additional financial assistance through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefits.
Britain's invisible care network revealed
Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Eligibility Guide
Discover if you qualify for the DWP Winter Fuel Payment this year. Our comprehensive guide explains eligibility criteria, payment amounts, and how to claim your heating support.
£4,800 benefit millions of Britons missing out on
Discover how hundreds of thousands of pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support worth up to £4,800 annually. Learn eligibility criteria and how to claim this underclaimed benefit.
Disabled man dies naked in cell with spit hood
Shocking inquest reveals disabled Northern Territory man died naked in police cell wearing spit hood and handcuffs, raising serious questions about custodial care standards.
20,000 demand step-free access across London Tube
A groundswell of public support is forcing Transport for London to reconsider step-free access across the Underground network after a massive petition gains unprecedented backing.
The dating question disabled people dread
New research reveals the intrusive questions and dating challenges faced by disabled people, with many reporting being ghosted after revealing their conditions.
Mobility Scooter User's Terrifying Near-Miss on Busy Road
Dramatic footage captures the heart-stopping moment a mobility scooter user narrowly avoids disaster while attempting to cross a major road, sparking urgent safety discussions.
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