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Donations Boost for Charity's Accessible Housing Plan
Donations totalling £320,000 will support the first phase of a charity’s ambitious programme to build new accessible housing. The Wolfson...


Disabled Entrepreneurs Vie for Share of £100,000 Stelios Awards Prize Fund
Entry to The Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs in the UK 2023 is now open. The awards offer one of the largest financial prizes...


Dave Clarke Appointed New Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association
Record-breaking Paralympian Dave Clarke has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association. Dave...


Army Veteran Aiming To Be First Double Above-Knee Amputee to Climb Everest
Double above-knee amputee (DAK) Hari Budha Magar’s has confirmed he is to attempt to climb the world’s highest mountain. The former...


Why Don't Doctors Talk About Mental Health - The Unspoken Side Effect of Disability?
In the latest article from writer Becca Torricelli she highlights the lack of mental health training for health professionals dealing...


Mencap Challenge To Rock Your Socks In March
Will you be rocking your socks in March for World Down Syndrome Day? World Down Syndrome Day is on March 21 and Mencap is encouraging...


£7,000 Boost To Parkinson’s UK and MND Charities
Money raised in the memory of a popular Welsh minister has been split between Parkinson’s UK Cymru and MND charities. Parkinson's UK...


Motability Scheme's One Big Day Event Dates Announced
The events are the perfect opportunity for disabled motorists and their families to find out about the Motability Scheme, see the latest...


Legends Football Match To Kick-Off In Support Of DeafKidz International
DeafKidz International has teamed up with Worthing FC and Manchester United FC to stage a fundraising football match. To kick off its...


NHS Trust Recognised For Its High Standard In Accessible Communication
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust has gained accreditation to a new standard which supports people with communication needs. The trust, which...


Top Comedy Stars to Perform At Naidex
Comedians Aaron Simmonds and Lee Ridley ‘Lost Voice Guy’ will be appearing at this year’s Naidex (National Accessibility, Inclusion &...


Inclusive Cycling Centre Geared Up For Success
A new national inclusive cycling centre has opened in Greater Manchester. Bradbury Cycling Centre was officially opened at the Seashell...


First UK Venue To Be Awarded Attitude Is Everything's Platinum Accessibility Status
The UK capital’s Southbank Centre is the first UK venue to be awarded Attitude is Everything’s highest possible accolade in its efforts...


Royal Approval For Social Enterprise's Innovative Access Card Scheme
A social enterprise company run by disabled people for disabled people has been formally presented with The Queen’s Award for Enterprise...


Deafblind UK Charity Announced As Sponsor of QAC Sight Village Exhibitions In 2023
Deafblind UK is to sponsor this year's QAC Sight Village events for blind and partially sighted people. The events give people with sight...


E-Scooter Sounds To Improve Safety For Blind & Partially Sighted People
Sounds that increase awareness of e-scooters have been developed by researchers at the University of Salford in partnership with the...


Disabled Woman and Canine Companion Walk Thousands of Miles For Charity
A disabled woman has walked 2,000 miles with her four-legged, flat-nose companion for an epic charity challenge. Multiple Sclerosis...


Transport For London Trials A Platform Device To Bridge That Gap
Transport for London (TfL) is trialling a new ‘bridging device’ as part of its ongoing work to make its network more accessible. The...


Packed Half Term Programme At Imagine Children's Festival
The Imagine Children’s Festival at London’s South Bank Centre runs from February 8th to 18th with a vibrant cross-arts programme. The...


Evenbreak Survey Highlights Disabled People's Views On Barriers To Work
Disabled people have shared their views on barriers to work, perceptions of employers and when they disclose their disability. Evenbreak...

