Disability Talk

A third of English schools have been forced to cut support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) according to a new survey of headteachers. Almost all (97%) said that funding for SEND …

An invitation from ‘National Voices’ Join us for a special National Voices webinar on NHS transformation Featuring guest speaker Dr Timothy Ferris, Director of Transformation NHSE&I, in conversation with National Voices CEO Dr Charlotte Augst. …

From ‘Young Minds’ It’s just one month until #HelloYellow! Grab those neon shades, your banana socks and most radiant yellow jumper to show children and young people they’re not alone with their mental health. Join …

HOME INSURANCE THAT HELPS THE HOMELESS We are proud to announce the second of our ‘INSURANCES WITH A CAUSE’ .. and this is Household Insurance with the participating charity being BEAM. Surewise, facilitated by Disability …

Financial institutions failing Disabled People on accessibility All the UK’s best known financial institutions tested by digital inclusion specialists have accessibility errors on their website homepages that are causing unnecessary hardship for disabled people. Dig …

With thanks to Disability Rights UK & Transreport The new Passenger Assistance app, which takes the time and fuss out of requesting assistance when you want to travel, was released in May. We’ve heard of …

We know that many siblings continue to face significant challenges even as restrictions ease.  We are here for you and your families. Remember you are not alone. Keep in touch with us in your favourite …

A fifth of a million people waiting for doctor assessments to drive Over 200,000 people are waiting for a doctor’s assessment to renew their driving licences. Disabled people who need transport to remain mobile are …

Our acknowledgements to Disability Rights UK Autism Strategy Published The Government has published a five year strategy aimed at improving the diagnosis of autism and public understanding of the condition. The strategy will be backed by £75m …

From Surewise and our own Wheelchair Insurance scheme f you are a wheelchair user, you will probably already relate to how difficult it can be to navigate the typical home in your wheelchair. From large …