Watchdog investigates car finance claims firm's sales tactics
The FCA is investigating The Claims Protection Agency over its sales practices for car finance claims. Consumers warned they could lose over 30% of compensation to fees.
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Asda payout after driver's 'not disabled' comment to customer
A man with fibromyalgia and autism received a four-figure settlement from Asda after a delivery driver questioned his disability. The driver has since left the company. Read the full story.
Charity CEO turns down MBE over disability 'scapegoating'
Tressa Burke, head of Glasgow Disability Alliance, declined a New Year Honour, citing government policies she says demonise disabled people. Read her powerful statement.
Jewish band Oi Va Voi on cancelled UK gigs and feeling targeted
Klezmer-dance band Oi Va Voi saw two UK concerts cancelled after protests. They discuss the impact, rising tensions, and why musicians shouldn't 'look over their shoulders'.
Trump Blocks Abortion Access for US Veterans
The Trump administration has halted abortion services for veterans at VA facilities, reversing a 2024 policy. This move restricts care for rape survivors and those with life-threatening pregnancies.
4 Common PIP Mistakes Hurting DWP Claims
New data reveals a drop in successful PIP appeals. Experts highlight four critical errors applicants make, from language to evidence, that can lead to claim rejection.
5,000 claim disability benefits for obesity, costing £144m
Exclusive data reveals over 5,000 people receive PIP or ESA for obesity, costing taxpayers nearly £144 million since 2019. Discover the impact and government response.
Disability Activist Alice Wong Dies Aged 51
Acclaimed disability rights activist and author Alice Wong, a 'luminary of the disability justice movement', has died. Discover her powerful legacy and vision for a more inclusive world.
ChatGPT Faces 7 Lawsuits Over Psychological Harm Claims
OpenAI confronts unprecedented legal battles as claimants allege ChatGPT caused severe mental health crises, destroyed careers, and spread dangerous misinformation in landmark cases.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
87 Health Conditions That Qualify for DWP PIP Payments
Exclusive investigation reveals the complete list of health conditions the DWP uses to assess PIP claims, with successful applicants receiving between £287 and £737 every month.
DWP Launches Major PIP Benefits System Review
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a significant review of Personal Independence Payment assessments that could transform how millions of disabled Britons receive support.
Wetherspoon pays £25k for disability discrimination
JD Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay over £25,000 in compensation after a pub manager subjected an employee with cerebral palsy to humiliating treatment, in a landmark disability discrimination case.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in Butler clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial NDIS reform talks with Health Minister Mark Butler over what they call 'unacceptable' federal government tactics.
DWP announces major PIP assessment shake-up
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals significant changes to Personal Independence Payment assessments as in-person reviews resume alongside new claimant protections.
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?
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'.
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.
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.
Secret banking rule lets you claim £100s
Discover the little-known banking regulation that allows UK consumers to claim hundreds of pounds in compensation for unfair charges and poor service from their banks.
DWP PIP: Health Conditions Eligible for £737 Monthly
Discover which health conditions qualify for PIP benefits and learn how to claim financial support worth up to £737 per month from the DWP.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Reeves targets Motability scheme in £1bn budget raid
Rachel Reeves announces controversial plan to scrap tax exemptions for Motability car scheme users, aiming to save Treasury £1 billion while sparking outrage among disability advocates.
Disabled face Motability cuts in Labour budget review
Exclusive: Labour's first budget could slash vital mobility payments for thousands of disabled people, sparking outrage among disability advocates.
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