Ellie Goldstein makes TV history on BBC's The One Show
Groundbreaking moment as 22-year-old model Ellie Goldstein appears on BBC's The One Show, championing disability representation in mainstream media and inspiring viewers nationwide.
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Shirley Ballas' touching message to model Ellie Goldstein
Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas sends powerful message of support to trailblazing model Ellie Goldstein, celebrating diversity and inclusion in fashion industry
Ellie Goldstein makes Strictly history as first dancer with Down's
Ellie Goldstein makes Strictly history as first dancer with Down's syndrome in emotional exit after unforgettable performances that won the nation's heart.
Ellie Goldstein makes Strictly history with Down's Syndrome
Ellie Goldstein's groundbreaking Strictly performance challenges stereotypes and celebrates disability inclusion in prime-time television, earning standing ovation from judges.
Ellie Goldstein eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing
Ellie Goldstein, Strictly's groundbreaking first contestant with Down's syndrome, leaves the dance floor after a memorable jive with professional partner Johannes Radebe in the latest elimination.
Strictly's First Down's Syndrome Contestant Ellie Goldstein
Strictly Come Dancing breaks new ground as Ellie Goldstein, Britain's first professional model with Down's syndrome, joins the 2024 lineup in a landmark moment for disability representation.
Corrie actress on disability mirroring her character
Actress Melissa Johns opens up about playing a character with similar limb differences to her own, discussing representation and the powerful connection with disabled viewers.
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?
Emmerdale Star in Tears Over Co-star's Shock Exit
Emmerdale actor James Moore breaks down in tears as he reveals his close friend and co-star Adam Fielding is leaving the ITV soap in dramatic storyline twist.
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'.
Celebrities demand TV industry disability reform
Myleene Klass joins Chris Kamara, Ellie Simmonds and Christine McGuinness in demanding better representation for disabled presenters in television industry reform.
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.
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.
The Unrealistic Glow of Perfect Pregnancies
As flawless celebrity pregnancies dominate media, experts question the damaging impact on ordinary women's expectations and mental health during this transformative life stage.
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.
Strictly star slams same-sex couple backlash
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor breaks his silence on the controversial same-sex pairing criticism, revealing the emotional toll on dancers and calling for greater acceptance in the dance world.
Strictly's Vito Coppola on historic partnership with Ellie Goldstein
Strictly Come Dancing professional Vito Coppola opens up about his inspiring partnership with Ellie Goldstein, Britain's first professional dancer with Down's syndrome, in an exclusive interview.
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.
Pentagon forces Netflix to remove gay soldier scene
US Defence Department pressures Netflix to edit Australian series Heartbreak High, removing a same-sex intimate moment involving a military character after uniform policy concerns.
Green Party's Polanski demands political reform in Commons
Deputy Green Party leader Zack Polanski delivers powerful address demanding proportional representation and bold climate action, challenging Labour's environmental commitments.
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