DWP Announces Major Shake-Up to PIP Assessment Rules
Exclusive: The DWP has announced a major overhaul of the PIP assessment process, aiming to reduce face-to-face evaluations. Here's how it could affect millions of claimants across the UK.
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Deaf: A mother's silent struggle in powerful new British film
A powerful new British film, 'Deaf', exposes the harrowing realities of a young mother navigating a system that refuses to listen. This must-see drama is a raw testament to resilience.
Mother charged with murder of disabled daughter in neglect case
Liza Lindsay, an Indiana mother, faces murder charges after her severely disabled daughter, Caleigh, was found dead in squalid conditions. A tragic story of alleged neglect and systemic failure.
EasyJet Strands Wheelchair User on Tarmac in Alicante
A wheelchair user was abandoned on an EasyJet plane in Spain after staff failed to provide assistance, leaving him stranded on the tarmac in a major accessibility scandal.
Council pays £1.2m over child protection failures
A Scottish court has mandated North Lanarkshire Council to pay substantial compensation to a young woman after catastrophic failures in her care left her vulnerable to abuse.
Unclaimed Children's Coats Reveal UK Care System Crisis
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp
A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.
NRL's Payne Haas reveals disabled brother's 24/7 care needs
Exclusive: Brisbane Broncos prop Payne Haas opens up about his disabled brother's 24-hour care needs and the immense family trauma of his mother's legal battles and father's imprisonment.
Blue Badge Renewal: The £10 Secret Every Driver Must Know
Drivers are being urged to check their Blue Badge expiry dates as a little-known renewal tip could save them from hefty fines and a lengthy application process. Discover the crucial step thousands are missing.
Fit Dad, 34, Left Paralysed After Sudden Stroke
A young, healthy father from the UK reveals his life was shattered by a catastrophic stroke he initially mistook for a migraine, leaving him fighting for recovery and a new normal.
Teen's life shattered by bizarre symptom and brain tumour diagnosis
A seemingly fit 19-year-old Australian's life was turned upside down after a bizarre symptom in class led to a shocking and life-altering medical diagnosis. This is his harrowing story.
Robin Millar: UK's Disability Barriers Are a National Failing
Music legend and disability rights campaigner Sir Robin Millar speaks out on the persistent physical and societal barriers facing disabled people in Britain today, urging for radical change.
UK Public Toilets Set for Major Inclusive Overhaul
A landmark new British Standard (BS 6465-1-2024) is set to revolutionise public toilet facilities across the UK, mandating inclusive design, improved hygiene, and enhanced accessibility for all users.
EastEnders Star Sacked After Disabled Slur Scandal
EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick has been sacked by the BBC after using a disabled slur in a since-deleted social media video. The Jay Brown star issues grovelling apology.
Bears' Caleb Williams Reveals Learning Disability
Chicago Bears' number one NFL draft pick Caleb Williams opens up about his learning disability, dyslexia, and how it shaped his relentless work ethic and path to sporting superstardom.
Gaza's Deaf Community Trapped in Silent Nightmare Amid Conflict
Exclusive report reveals how Gaza's deaf and hard-of-hearing population faces catastrophic communication barriers and heightened danger amidst Israel's ongoing military offensive, with aid groups struggling to provide support.
82 Health Conditions Qualifying for DWP Financial Support
Exclusive guide reveals the complete list of health conditions and disabilities that could make you eligible for vital DWP financial support, including PIP and ESA.
Fire chief sacked over disabled YouTuber's destroyed equipment
A London fire chief has been dismissed after crews, during a home safety check, threw a disabled content creator's vital equipment into a skip. The incident, described as 'appalling,' caused significant distress and has prompted a formal apology from the
UK surgeons provide bionic limbs for Ukraine war amputees
Exclusive report on the UK medics and engineers providing cutting-edge prosthetic limbs and rehabilitation to Ukrainian soldiers and civilians, offering hope amidst the devastation of war.
Ski resort's £30m payout after girl paralysed on lift
A 12-year-old girl left paralysed after a horrific ski lift incident at Winter Park Resort, Colorado, has been awarded a landmark £30 million settlement. The resort has agreed to sweeping safety reforms following the catastrophic failure.
Fire Chief Sacked Over Disabled Man's Phone Hedge Incident
A UK fire service chief has been dismissed after a tribunal found he discriminated against a disabled employee with PTSD, culminating in the callous act of throwing the man's phone into a hedge during a crisis.
DWP's New Disability Scheme Sparks Fury and Fear
The UK government's new 'Chance to Work' scheme for disabled benefits claimants is facing fierce criticism from charities and opposition MPs, who warn it will force vulnerable people into unsuitable jobs under threat of losing their financial lifeline.
Motability Scheme Payment Increase Confirmed for April 2024
Exclusive: Major Motability Scheme update confirmed for April 2024. Hundreds of thousands of disabled claimants to receive significant payment boost as DWP rates rise. Full details on eligibility and new payment amounts.
Conjoined Twins Abby and Brittany Hensel Share New Wedding Pics
Abby and Brittany Hensel, the world's most famous conjoined twins, have released intimate new photos from Abby's wedding day, offering a rare and heartwarming glimpse into their unique lives and the celebration of love and family.
Georgia Tennant on her family's neurodiverse journey
Doctor Who star David Tennant's wife, Georgia, opens up in a candid new interview about their neurodiverse family life, celebrating differences and fostering understanding with their five children.
EasyJet wheelchair mishap leaves disabled teen in tears
Exclusive: A 15-year-old boy with cerebral palsy was left stranded and distressed after his wheelchair was mishandled by EasyJet at London Gatwick, sparking outrage and calls for better airline disability protocols.
'Armageddon' Sirens Could Trigger Epileptic Seizures
A leading epilepsy charity issues an urgent warning over new emergency sirens, dubbed 'Armageddon' alarms, for their potential to trigger life-threatening seizures in photosensitive individuals.
Lockheed Martin scrutinised over employee ADHD medication policy
Aerospace giant Lockheed Martin is under fire for allegedly forcing employees to disclose ADHD medication use, raising serious concerns about medical privacy and discrimination in the workplace.
Blind Kitten Sisters Peanut & Jelly Find Forever Home
The heartwarming story of Peanut and Jelly, two inseparable blind kitten sisters, has culminated in a joyous adoption. Rescued by the RSPCA, their bond ensured they found a loving home together in a tale that's captured the nation's heart.
Father's MND symptom was mocked as 'Covid side effect'
A father's early Motor Neurone Disease symptom was cruelly dismissed as a long Covid side-effect. Read his family's harrowing journey and the urgent warning they now share.
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