Motability Scheme Misuse Revealed in Benefits Crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals widespread misuse of disability vehicles as government considers major reforms to benefits system. Are vulnerable people being unfairly targeted?
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NDIS cuts trap disabled Australians in hospital beds
Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to National Disability Insurance Scheme funding cuts, creating a healthcare crisis and human rights concern.
Lee Anderson Proposes Scrapping PIP Benefits System
Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson sparks controversy with bold plan to replace PIP with tailored support system, claiming current benefits 'not fit for purpose' and creating 'perverse incentives'.
Couple with nut allergy forced off TUI flight
A couple with life-threatening nut allergies were removed from a TUI flight after raising safety concerns, sparking debate about airline passenger rights and disability accommodations.
Bus access refusal protest halts Westminster traffic
Shocking footage shows London bus driver refusing to deploy access ramp for wheelchair user and mothers with prams in Westminster confrontation that halted traffic.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
Wetherspoons pays damages for autism discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay £3,500 in damages after staff at a Bristol pub refused service to an autistic man and his carer in a landmark discrimination case.
Wetherspoons pays £12K for autistic teen discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay substantial compensation after a pub manager publicly shamed a 19-year-old autistic customer for using the disabled toilet, in a landmark discrimination case.
Dad would trade places with disabled son in seconds
Father Michael McGlade shares his emotional journey caring for his severely disabled son Riley and makes a desperate appeal for better disability support in the UK.
Woman demands disabled passenger's train seat in viral video
A woman's extraordinary demand for a disabled passenger's priority seat on a busy train has sparked outrage after being captured on video and going viral across social media platforms.
Wheelchair users fight patronising attitudes daily
An eye-opening exploration of the daily microaggressions and condescending attitudes wheelchair users face, and why changing social perceptions matters more than pity.
DWP changes PIP assessment rules after tribunal ruling
A landmark tribunal ruling has forced the DWP to rewrite disability assessment guidance after a woman's PIP claim was rejected for wearing a bra during her assessment, sparking widespread criticism of the system.
DWP reveals why PIP payments are being restricted
The Department for Work and Pensions has broken its silence on controversial new restrictions affecting Personal Independence Payment claims, revealing the data-driven approach behind the changes affecting vulnerable claimants across the UK.
MS patient's car clamped despite Blue Badge in Hertfordshire
A Hertfordshire woman with multiple sclerosis had her car clamped while displaying a valid Blue Badge, prompting an apology from clamping firm and highlighting ongoing accessibility challenges.
Waitrose rehires autistic employee after sacking backlash
Supermarket giant Waitrose performs U-turn after firing autistic employee during 'Quiet Hour' event, following massive public backlash and online petitions.
Motability scheme costs £275m extra under Labour
Labour's controversial changes to disability vehicle scheme spark outrage as costs soar by £275 million, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill while disabled users face uncertainty.
DWP PIP assessment bra removal ruled unacceptable
A landmark tribunal ruling condemns DWP assessment practices after a disabled woman was forced to remove her bra during a PIP assessment, sparking widespread outrage and calls for reform.
Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer after pay question
An autistic teenager's volunteering role at Waitrose ended abruptly after his mother inquired about payment. The supermarket giant now faces criticism as rival Morrisons steps in with a job offer.
Waitrose sorry after barring autistic man with assistance dog
A vulnerable autistic man was left humiliated after Waitrose staff refused him entry with his assistance dog, sparking outrage and an immediate apology from the supermarket chain.
DWP announces major PIP eligibility changes
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals significant reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments, affecting how millions claim disability benefits across the UK.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Blind protester arrested at Portland anti-ICE demonstration
A visually impaired protester's dramatic arrest during Portland immigration demonstration sparks civil liberties debate as police confront disability challenges
Jenny Cox: Architect of Britain's health and social care
Discover the remarkable legacy of Jenny Cox, the pioneering civil servant whose tireless work behind the scenes revolutionised Britain's approach to health, social care, and disability rights, leaving an indelible mark on millions of lives.
Waitrose sacks autistic worker for family assistance
Supermarket giant Waitrose faces backlash after dismissing an autistic employee for seeking family assistance during stressful shifts, sparking outrage over disability discrimination.
Blue Badge Support Could Offer £1,200 to Disabled Brits
Millions of disabled people across the UK could receive enhanced financial support through their Blue Badge eligibility, with potential payments reaching £1,200 annually in a major benefits shake-up.
Autistic man's unpaid Waitrose work sparks fury
A 21-year-old autistic man has been working unpaid at Waitrose for 18 months through a government scheme, raising serious questions about disability employment rights and exploitation.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer after pay request
Exclusive: Supermarket giant Waitrose terminates autistic volunteer's position after his family requested he receive payment for years of unpaid shelf-stacking work, sparking disability rights concerns.
Dr Jill Tattersall: Artist & Mental Health Pioneer Dies at 96
Remembering Dr Jill Tattersall - visionary artist, mental health campaigner, and inspirational educator whose groundbreaking work transformed lives across the UK.
Blue Badge Warning: Avoid This Parking Error
Disabled motorists are being warned about a critical parking error that could invalidate their insurance and lead to substantial fines, even when displaying Blue Badges correctly.
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