The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the rollout of a vital £560 cost of living payment for millions on disability benefits. Here's everything you need to know about eligibility and payment dates.
A disabled woman was allegedly abandoned in her wheelchair outside a US medical facility, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about patient care standards and disability rights.
Heartwarming initiative uses miniature horses to provide emotional support and help children find their voice during their final days in paediatric palliative care across Britain.
Exclusive: A profound ethical debate ignites as Canada's special parliamentary committee reviews whether medically assisted dying should include 'mature minors' and infants with severe disabilities. Critics warn of a dangerous ethical frontier.
A disabled mother recounts her humiliation at Manchester Airport after Jet2 staff told her to 'hurry up' when her pre-booked wheelchair assistance failed to materialise, forcing her to struggle through the terminal.
A disabled mother from Stoke-on-Trent was left humiliated after a DWP assessor told her to 'hurry up' during a benefits review, highlighting ongoing concerns over the treatment of vulnerable claimants.
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating postcode lottery in paediatric audiology, with families facing agonising delays for children's hearing aids, leaving doctors in despair and toddlers' development at risk.
Exclusive: Personal Independence Payment rates are poised for a significant April uplift, with some claimants seeing nearly £600 more per year following the September inflation figure.
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
Major disability advocacy organisations have launched a fierce campaign against the Albanese government's proposed changes to the NDIS, warning new access rules for autistic children and those with developmental delays will cause widespread harm and force
Exclusive: Groundbreaking microprocessor-controlled prosthetic limbs are offering new hope to amputees, but NHS waiting times and funding shortages create a postcode lottery for life-changing technology.
Exclusive: Major DWP review reveals thousands of PIP claimants are due back payments averaging £5,000 after assessment mistakes. Check if you're affected.
Exclusive: Millions on PIP and DLA benefits could see their payments stopped, reduced, or moved to new system under major DWP reforms. Get the full story.
Exclusive images and interviews reveal the devastating reality of a teenage girl forced into motherhood at just 13, highlighting Britain's growing epidemic of child carers and the systemic failures putting vulnerable children at risk.
A landmark £2 billion program aims to create a new support system for children with autism, moving them away from the NDIS and into mainstream services, sparking both hope and concern among families.
The Albanese government announces a major crackdown on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, introducing independent assessments and stricter eligibility to curb the scheme's unsustainable £48.5 billion annual cost.
Christine McGuinness gives a raw and emotional account of the profound challenges she faces raising three autistic children, revealing the 'unbearable' pain of watching them struggle and her fears for their future.
A Florida man faces intense backlash after a viral video captured him verbally abusing and intimidating children with special needs on their school bus. The incident, met with swift condemnation, has sparked a police investigation and a wider conversation
A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.
A furious mum was left unable to park in her designated disabled bay after a neighbour blocked it and left a 'selfish' note. The shocking incident has sparked outrage online.
An intimate look into the unique and separate romantic journeys of conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel, addressing swirling pregnancy speculation and how they navigate life, love, and partnership as two distinct individuals sharing one body.
A violent incident at an Adelaide supermarket involving an NDIS participant has left staff traumatised. Read the full details of the attack and its aftermath.
A Sydney hospital has reached a settlement after allegations of medical negligence left a newborn with severe, permanent disabilities. The case highlights ongoing concerns over maternity care standards.
Chilean Congress celebrates as Netflix includes an actor with Down syndrome in a major series, marking a milestone for inclusivity in entertainment.
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel have been spotted with a newborn baby, sparking rumours about Abby's secret wedding two months ago. Discover the latest updates on their extraordinary lives.
Thousands of PIP claimants could see their payments reduced this summer as the DWP reviews eligibility criteria. Here’s how it could affect you.
New research highlights seven major health issues disproportionately affecting people with disabilities in the UK, urging better healthcare access and awareness.
A fresh and insightful film explores developmental disorders with creativity and depth, offering a unique perspective on memory and identity.
A pioneering therapy has shown remarkable results in treating Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa, a painful and debilitating skin condition.
A British toddler with a devastating genetic skin condition has seen remarkable improvements after receiving pioneering gene therapy treatment, offering hope to families affected by the rare disease.