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Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp

A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Terminally ill woman kicked out of Costa for medication

A terminally ill woman was left humiliated after being ordered to leave a Costa Coffee branch in Bury St Edmunds for taking her prescribed medical liquid. Husband slams 'heartless' staff as public demands apology.

Wheelchair User Abandoned Outside Medical Centre

A disabled woman was allegedly abandoned in her wheelchair outside a US medical facility, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about patient care standards and disability rights.

Disability Groups Revolt Against NDIS Reforms for Children

Major disability advocacy organisations have launched a fierce campaign against the Albanese government's proposed changes to the NDIS, warning new access rules for autistic children and those with developmental delays will cause widespread harm and force

Port of Seattle sued for discrimination by ill ex-employee

A former Port of Seattle worker, Chris Linhardt, is suing his ex-employer for alleged disability discrimination after being made redundant while battling terminal cancer. The maritime operations manager claims the public port authority failed to provide r

United Airlines Sued Over HIV Discrimination

A United Airlines flight attendant is suing the carrier, alleging he was barred from working international routes and denied a promotion after disclosing his HIV-positive status, in a case that could set a major precedent for disability rights in the avia

TikTok Star John 'Crawds' Crawley Dies Aged 28

The UK entertainment world is in mourning after the sudden death of beloved TikTok creator and mental health advocate John Crawley, known to his millions of fans as Crawds.

Ostomy Advocate Cass Bargell Targets Rugby World Cup

In an awe-inspiring story of resilience, American rugby star and ostomy advocate Cass Bargell is shattering stereotypes and aiming for the 2025 World Cup, proving that a life-changing surgery is no barrier to elite sport.

Albanese Government Swings Axe on NDIS in Major Overhaul

The Albanese government announces a major crackdown on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, introducing independent assessments and stricter eligibility to curb the scheme's unsustainable £48.5 billion annual cost.

Southwest Airlines apologises to blind passengers

Southwest Airlines faces backlash after multiple incidents involving blind passengers being denied proper assistance. The airline has issued an apology, but advocates demand systemic changes.

Crohn's sufferer wins workplace discrimination case

A UK office worker suffering from Crohn's disease has secured a significant compensation payout after proving workplace discrimination. The tribunal ruled her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments.

Australian priest Father Chris Riley dies aged 70

Father Chris Riley, a beloved Australian Catholic priest known for his tireless work with troubled youth, has died at the age of 70. Tributes pour in for the humanitarian who transformed countless lives.

Queensland fears return to segregated education

Families in Queensland worry that children with disabilities, like Violet, may be pushed out of mainstream schools due to funding cuts, reviving fears of educational segregation.

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