Read how Disabled South Asian Woman Gina Patel navigated the 2026 local elections, challenged stereotypes, and continues to campaign for change.
How NHS Continuing Healthcare Is Causing Barriers To Work For Disabled Professionals
In her personal story, Lucy Robinson — a wheelchair user from Oxfordshire who receives NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and 24-hour support following a spinal cord injury — shares the impact of being told her NHS-funded care cannot continue outside the UK, and how this restriction is affecting her work, independence, and everyday life.
How The UN-CRPD Empowered Disabled People In Malta
Check out this interview with Rhoda Garland who moved to Malta about 20 years ago and is now the first Commissioner for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities appointed by parliament.
Thousands Of DWP Staff Complete Landmark Autism And Learning Disabilities Training
Over 4,000 DWP staff have completed autism and learning disabilities training aimed at improving support for disabled people, as part of wider government efforts to create a more accessible and inclusive benefits system.
Disabled Voices Sought In Wave Of UK Consultations Shaping Benefits, Mobility And Digital Access
Disabled people are being urged to shape UK policy by taking part in consultations on PIP, mobility devices, digital ID and FND research. These opportunities could influence future benefits, accessibility and services—making lived experience vital in decisions that affect millions.
Six Months On: Wheelchair User Still Awaiting Alternative Accessible Accommodation Following Eviction
Wheelchair user Sophie continues her fight for suitable accessible accommodation after being abruptly evicted from her adapted Southampton home, exposing serious failures in disability-inclusive relocation and housing provision.
Independent Disability Advisory Panel Begins Work To Put Disabled Voices At The Heart Of UK Government Policies
The Independent Disability Advisory Panel launches to advise ministers and put disabled people’s lived experience at the centre of government policy.
In Plain Sight: A Personal View Of Having An Invisible Disability
A personal account of living with an invisible disability in the UK, exploring employment, welfare, stigma, and political rhetoric – and why lived experience must be listened to.
Inside The Reality Of FND: One Man’s Fight For Care And Understanding
A powerful first-hand account of living with FND, highlighting misdiagnosis, gaps in care, and one man’s journey toward recovery and advocacy.
2025 UK Budget: How Will It Impact Disabled People?
An in-depth look at the 2025 UK Budget and how changes to PIP, Universal Credit, Motability and employment policies will impact disabled people across the UK.
DDA At 30: What The Disability Discrimination Act Gave Us And How To Use It
Marking 30 years of the Disability Discrimination Act, we reflect on its impact on equality, how it transformed disabled lives, and how to use your rights today.
Towards A New London Plan: Speak Up Now For An Affordable, Greener, Accessible And Inclusive City
Share your views on London’s future. The Easy Read London Plan consultation (open until 2nd November 2025) invites feedback on housing, jobs, transport, climate action, and inclusivity. Help shape a greener, affordable, and accessible city.
Is Greg Davies Disabled?: A Stand Up Comedy Review
Emma Purcell reviews Greg Davies’ Full Fat Legend show at Portsmouth Guildhall (6 Sept 2025), sharing her experience of the show, venue accessibility, and answering the trending question “Is Greg Davies disabled?”
“My Struggle For Access”: A Disabled Medical Student’s Fight For Accessible Higher Education
Francesca Nnamchi, a disabled medical student, shares her fight for accessible higher education, exposing systemic failures in DSA support, housing, and a lack of inclusive designs for disabled students in the UK.