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Deaf Tesla employee fired over hearing aid malfunction
A deaf technician was sacked by Tesla after extreme heat at its Texas Gigafactory disabled his hearing aids. Read the shocking details of this discrimination case.
Ohio religious freedom bill faces LGBTQ+ rights opposition
A proposed Ohio law granting businesses religious exemption from serving LGBTQ+ customers faces fierce opposition from civil rights groups and Hindu leaders, raising concerns about legalised discrimination.
Met Police culture makes racial harm 'inevitable'
A damning internal report exposes how the Metropolitan Police's institutional culture systematically fails Black and ethnic minority staff and enables racial discrimination.
NHS racism crisis: 1 in 3 staff face patient abuse
Exclusive NHS survey reveals disturbing levels of racism against healthcare staff, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting calling for urgent action to protect workers.
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.
University apologises after Jewish students removed from church
The University of Cincinnati faces backlash after Jewish students were removed from a Catholic church during a university-sponsored tour, sparking allegations of discrimination and prompting an official apology.
Government rejects anti-Islamophobia shop safeguards
Ministers have rejected calls to make it illegal for shops to refuse service to Muslim customers, sparking criticism from community leaders and equality campaigners.
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'.
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.
Denise Black speaks out on TV industry discrimination
Former Coronation Street actress Denise Black reveals the harsh reality of ageism and disability discrimination in television, sharing her personal struggle with being typecast after playing iconic roles.
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.
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.
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.
Disabled man screamed at by warden in legal parking spot
A disabled man was left shaken after being screamed at by a council traffic warden while legally parked in a Westminster disabled bay. The shocking incident has raised serious questions about disability discrimination and council enforcement practices.
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.
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.
Mini manager sues over boss's offensive pocket dial
A senior Mini Cooper manager is taking legal action against BMW after accidentally receiving a voicemail from her boss containing offensive remarks about her parenting and disabled child's sleeping arrangements.
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 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.
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