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Justice Dept Civil Rights Shift Puts Students at Risk

As the US Justice Department changes its civil rights priorities under Trump, investigations into school seclusion and restraint stall, leaving disabled and minority children vulnerable. Read the full investigation.

From hero to abuser: A brother's cruel slurs

A woman shares her story of familial estrangement after her older brother's volatile temper turned to ableist abuse following her life-changing diagnosis. Read her journey to emotional freedom.

London council cyber attack disrupts key services

Westminster City Council reveals which services are impacted after a major cyber attack and advises residents on how to get help. Critical services for vulnerable people are the priority.

NDIS plans to be computer-generated in major overhaul

Exclusive: The NDIS is set for a sweeping overhaul, with participants' support plans to be assessed by a computer. Advocates warn of a 'nightmare scenario' and ask: did we learn nothing from Robodebt?

Review into rising mental health, ADHD and autism demand

Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches an independent review into the sharp rise in diagnoses for mental health, ADHD, and autism. The probe follows data showing these conditions drive over half the post-pandemic rise in disability benefit claims.

NDIS Automation Puts Vulnerable Lives at Risk

Plans to automate NDIS funding decisions could mirror the robodebt disaster, threatening essential support for people with complex disabilities. Learn why human oversight is vital.

10-Year Journey to Accepting a Disabled Identity

Hannah Shewan Stevens shares her 10-year struggle to call herself 'disabled' and her fight against societal stigma. On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, she calls for greater awareness and equality.

Thames Water to decide on £2.5m executive payouts

Thames Water's remuneration committee will meet next week to decide on controversial £2.46m retention payments to senior managers as the utility fights for survival. Read the latest on the crisis.

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.

DWP Benefits Rise: Universal Credit & PIP Increase

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £15 billion benefits boost, raising Universal Credit, PIP, and child benefits while scrapping the controversial two-child cap. Find out how this affects you.

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.

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