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Graphic promoting BBC casting call for disabled contestants, featuring The Celebrity Inner Circle quiz show hosted by Amanda Holden alongside The Great British Sewing Bee, with bold text and show imagery inviting applications.
BBC Casting Call Opens For Disabled Contestants In The Celebrity Inner Circle And The Great British Sewing Bee
Wheelchair racers, including David Weir, sprint toward the finish line on a marathon course, leaning forward in racing chairs as spectators watch behind barriers.
6 Elite British Wheelchair Racers Set To Compete At The 2026 London Marathon
Infographic titled “Neurodiversity & Homelessness – UK Statistics” in purple and red text on a light purple background. Section header: “Current Outlook.” * Left: A cloud-shaped callout reads “12.3% neurodiverse & autistic people are homeless.” Below it: “Compared to 1% to 2% of the general population (Autism Journal, 2018).” * Centre: A speech bubble above a person lying down reads “19% people who experience homelessness report a diagnosis of ADHD and/or ADD (Cambridge & Peterborough Insight, 2024).” * Right: Text reads “25,000 – 120,000 neurodiverse children live in temporary accommodation in England (King College London, 2025).” Next to an illustration of hands holding a small house. Section header: “Contributing Factors.” * Left: A speech bubble reads “Neurodiverse people 10 to 20 X more likely to be temporary jobs.” Below: “Compared to their neurotypical counterparts (Wiley Journal, 2024).” * Centre-left: An octagon reads “15.2% adults with ADHD have a higher prevalence substance abuse.” Next to text: “In comparison 5% neurotypical people (CHAAD, 2007).” * Centre: A speech bubble reads “Autistic people are 4 X more likely to be lonely.” Below: “Compared to neurotypical individuals (University of Swansea, 2023).” * Right: Text reads “50% autistic people will experience depression compared to 5% general population (Autistic society 2025).” Accompanied by an illustration of a sad person. * Bottom right: Text reads “27% neurodiverse people feel unconfident with money management (Newton Consultancy, 2023).” Next to an illustration of coins and a money bag with a pound symbol. Decorative icons include a house, a person lying down, a job document, a lonely figure, a sad face, and money symbols.
Neurodiversity And Homelessness: Key Risks Include Employment Gaps, Debt, Substance Use And Poor Housing
Illustration of Channel 4’s logo alongside an “AD” audio description symbol on a TV screen, with matching icons shown on a tablet, desktop computer and smartphone to represent accessibility across devices.
Audio Description Awareness Day 2026: How Accessible Is Channel 4 Stream For Blind And Visually Impaired People?
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6 Ways Social Media Brings A Positive Impact To The Lives Of Disabled People
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Disabled Voices Sought In Wave Of UK Consultations Shaping Benefits, Mobility And Digital Access
Close-up portrait of a young woman - Neve Collins - with short brown hair and green eyes, smiling softly. She has a nasal feeding tube secured with patterned tape on her cheek and is wearing a hair clip, sitting in a softly lit bedroom.
Living With Chronic Illness: Finding Purpose Through Social Media Advocacy
Top: text that reads Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage? Bottom: Channel 4’s Winter Paralympics presenters dressed in winter clothing stand or sit in wheelchairs on a snowy landscape with a dramatic mountain backdrop illuminated by white streaks of light. L-R: Billy Monger wears blue and holds a microphone; Ade Adepitan wears an orange jacket and holds ski goggles on his knee; Dame Sarah Storey wears a cream jacket; Ed Jackson stands with his arms folded and wears a white ski jacket; Alice Tai wears round glasses and a white jacket and hold a tablet device; Sean Rose sits and wears a dark top and snood; and Jade Etherington wears a skit suit with goggles around her neck.
Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage?
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How Trampolining Can Benefit Individuals With Sensory Processing Disorder
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Emma Purcell

BBC Casting Call Opens For Disabled Contestants In The Celebrity Inner Circle And The Great British Sewing Bee

Apply now for BBC shows The Celebrity Inner Circle and The Great British Sewing Bee, with opportunities for disabled contestants to showcase talent on primetime TV before May 2026 deadlines.

Entertainment Features
Emma Purcell

Audio Description Awareness Day 2026: How Accessible Is Channel 4 Stream For Blind And Visually Impaired People?

Explore the quality of audio description and screen reader navigation on Channel 4’s streaming service, how accessible it is for blind and visually impaired users, and how it compares to other platforms.

Entertainment Features
Emma Purcell

Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage?

A review of accessibility on Channel 4 during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, exploring audio description quality, coverage gaps, and the experience of disabled viewers.

Entertainment News
Emma Purcell

Ellie Goldstein Celebrated Strictly Success At Afternoon Tea With The Duchess Of Edinburgh

Ellie Goldstein celebrates her groundbreaking Strictly journey at St James’s Palace with the Duchess of Edinburgh, highlighting representation, inclusion, and the achievements of people with learning disabilities.

News Sport
Emma Purcell

Dame Sarah Storey Joins Channel 4’s Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Line-Up

Channel 4 will proudly showcase an on-screen team of world-class presenters and para-athletes for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, with Britain’s most decorated Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey joining the presenting line-up

Lifestyle News
Emma Purcell

TV Star Mat Fraser Supports Disability Arts Heritage Project ‘Cripping Culture’

TV star Mat Fraser supports Disability Arts Online’s “Cripping Culture” project, preserving Disability Arts heritage through stories, digital archives and nationwide contributions.

Entertainment Features
Crip Life

Apply For Bake Off 2026: An Accessible And Inclusive Tent For Every Baker

Applications for Bake Off 2026 are now open! Join an accessible, inclusive series where every baker belongs in the iconic white tent.

Entertainment Interviews
Emma Purcell

Crip Trip: A Gritty Roadtrip Docuseries Following A Quadruple Amputee’s Battle For Independence

“Crip Trip” follows quadruple amputee Daniel Ennett on a wild, emotional road trip to avoid institutional care and fight for disability justice through art, activism, and raw storytelling. Discover the documentary series and the story behind it.

Entertainment Interviews
Emma Purcell

Guest Blog: My Top Disabled Celebrity Interviews And Why They Meant So Much To Me

Explore Emma Purcell’s expertise in disabled celebrity interviews, featuring stars from TV, sport, and advocacy. From BBC’s Lucy Martin to comedian Alex Brooker and Paralympians, discover powerful stories that amplify disabled voices.

Entertainment Features
Crip Life

Become The Next Star Baker: Applications Open For The Great British Bake Off 2025

The Great British Bake Off (GBBO) is looking for the next batch of talented home bakers to enter the tent who represent the rich diversity of the Great British public, including those with disabilities.

Entertainment News
Emma Purcell

BAFTA Breakthrough 2024: Spotlighting The Talent And Advocacy Of Disabled Artists In The Creative Industry

In its 11th year, the BAFTA Breakthrough initiative once again showcases a diverse and talented cohort of creatives. Among these 43 rising stars, Kyla Harris and Otto Baxter stand out – not only for their artistic contributions but also for their impactful advocacy and representation of disabled individuals in the creative industries. Their work challenges societal norms, amplifies underrepresented voices, and underscores the power of inclusive storytelling.

Entertainment News
Emma Purcell

lABLEd Podcast Returns: A Bold New Season Exploring Disability, Identity And Advocacy

After a seven-month hiatus, the lABLEd Podcast is back with a much-anticipated fresh season filled with engaging conversations, thought-provoking topics and inspiring guests. Known for its unique blend of humour, insight and advocacy, lABLEd continues to be a leading voice in disability, illness and difference.

Entertainment Features
Emma Purcell

Looking Back At 15 Talented Disabled People Recognised As BAFTA Breakthrough Artists

Ahead of the announcement of the 2024 BAFTA Breakthrough artists next month, we look back on 15 talented disabled artists who have been recognised for their incredible and outstanding work in TV and film over the past 11 years.

Features Sport
Harry Smith

Redefining Inspiration: The Evolving Narrative Of Paralympic Athletes

This article delves into the evolving conversation around the portrayal of disabled athletes, highlighting the tension between being seen as “inspirational” and the desire for a more nuanced representation.