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.
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Student paralysed in skydiving accident overcomes depression
A university student's life changed forever after a skydiving accident left him paralysed, leading to a profound journey through depression and recovery that's inspiring others facing similar challenges.
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.
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.
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'.
Katie Price shares heartwarming Harvey update
Former glamour model Katie Price reveals touching family moment with son Harvey as she gives fans an uplifting health update about the 21-year-old.
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.
Nursery spots signs leading to cerebral palsy diagnosis
Exclusive: Parents reveal how their world turned upside down after nursery staff noticed their toddler's unusual walking pattern, leading to a life-changing cerebral palsy diagnosis.
Vicar with Tourette's becomes comedy sensation
Discover the extraordinary journey of Reverend Ravi Holy, whose Tourette's syndrome led him from church ministry to stand-up comedy, challenging stereotypes about disability and faith.
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.
Isabelle Tate: 911 call reveals rare disease tragedy
Exclusive insight into the final moments of Isabelle Tate's life and the devastating impact of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease that led to the Nashville 911 tragedy.
Supermarkets battle to hire autistic volunteer after mum's plea
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
Teen's death from rare Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a vibrant teenager whose life was cut short by the little-known genetic condition Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, sparking urgent calls for greater awareness and research funding.
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.
Daughter, 21, dies after battle with rare neurological disorder
Isabelle Adora Tate's courageous battle against a devastating neurological condition ends at just 21, as her grieving mother pays emotional tribute to her 'beautiful warrior' daughter.
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.
Waitrose worker's kindness transforms autistic boy's shopping trip
A heartwarming story emerges from Kent as a Waitrose employee's simple gesture transforms a shopping trip for an autistic child and his grateful mother.
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.
Chris McCausland on living with blindness and comedy
Comedian Chris McCausland opens up about living with retinitis pigmentosa and how his unique perspective shaped his comedy career and family life.
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.
Tim Curry: Risky Is The Best Way To Be
In a rare and intimate interview, legendary actor Tim Curry reflects on 50 years of groundbreaking roles, his private sexuality, and remarkable recovery from a life-changing stroke that reshaped his perspective.
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