Cat Deeley criticised over Jesy Nelson twins SMA comments
This Morning's Cat Deeley faces backlash from disability advocates for her choice of words while discussing Jesy Nelson's twins' Spinal Muscular Atrophy diagnosis. Read the full story.
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Cat Deeley criticised over Jesy Nelson twins SMA comments
This Morning host Cat Deeley faces backlash from disability advocates for her choice of words while discussing Jesy Nelson's twins' SMA diagnosis. Read the full story and the call for newborn screening.
US Tax Season Begins Jan 26 Amid IRS Staffing Crisis
The 2026 US tax filing season opens on 26 January. Experts warn major IRS staff cuts and complex new tax laws could cause significant delays for taxpayers. File early to avoid issues.
Gogglebox star Simon Minty's famous friend revealed
Gogglebox favourite Simon Minty delights fans by sharing a photo with actress and activist Liz Carr. Discover the story behind their New Year's Day meet-up.
Asda payout after driver's 'not disabled' comment to customer
A man with fibromyalgia and autism received a four-figure settlement from Asda after a delivery driver questioned his disability. The driver has since left the company. Read the full story.
Charity CEO turns down MBE over disability 'scapegoating'
Tressa Burke, head of Glasgow Disability Alliance, declined a New Year Honour, citing government policies she says demonise disabled people. Read her powerful statement.
New Advocate: Disaster Justice Delays 'Shameful'
Cindy Butts, the new Independent Public Advocate, vows to end the inhumane fight for truth after state failings, citing Grenfell and Hillsborough. Read her urgent plan for change.
Glasgow Drug Clinic Bids for Crack Smoking Zone
Bosses at Scotland's first drug consumption room plan to lobby the Lord Advocate for a crack cocaine smoking area. The £2.3m facility aims to attract more users amid rising cocaine-related deaths.
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.
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'.
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.
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.
Dr Jill Tattersall: Artist & Mental Health Pioneer Dies at 96
Remembering Dr Jill Tattersall - visionary artist, mental health campaigner, and inspirational educator whose groundbreaking work transformed lives across the UK.
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.
Fox News host Pete Hegseth faces military disciplinary action
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth confronts potential military disciplinary action after practising law without proper authorisation while serving as a US Army Reserve officer, prompting intervention from the Army's Judge Advocate General.
NDIS rule changes put disabled lives at risk
Exclusive: A Queensland man who survived a catastrophic diving accident faces uncertainty as new NDIS assessment rules could strip away the essential care keeping him alive.
VA disability claims backlog hits crisis levels for veterans
US military veterans confront staggering delays in disability claims processing as the Department of Veterans Affairs struggles with overwhelming demand and systemic challenges.
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