Having highlighted that 198 London Underground Stations are NOT step free ‘Transport for London’ have outlined their plans for the future. “In December 2016, the Mayor of London announced that he will instigate the biggest …
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A DISABILITY TALK EXCLUSIVE!! STEP FREE TRANSPORT (Part One)
198 London Tube Stations Are NOT Step Free! Our investigation shows that only 72 London Underground Stations are actually step free – and that means that 198 aren’t! In 21st century England surely this cannot …
Continue readingLONGER WAITING TIMES FOR EATING DISORDERS
People with eating disorders have been waiting longer for treatment even though the Government has increased funding in an effort to reduce waiting lists. More than half of NHS Trusts in England reported that waiting …
Continue readingJEREMY HUNT & PROFESSOR STEPHEN HAWKING
Jeremy Hunt, the Health Secretary, has accused Professor Stephen Hawking of lying over the future of the NHS. Professor Hawking (seen here presenting the prize to Rebecca Dann in our [Disability Talk’s] photographic competition “A …
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As part of the Slater and Gordon #HospitalHelpingHand campaign, I want to share with you all some hints and tips on visiting a friend or family member in hospital. As you’ll see through my story …
Continue readingThousands of disabled Scots ‘face new benefits tests’
Tens of thousands of disabled Scots face controversial benefits assessments, according to figures highlighted by Scottish Labour. Around 130,000 working age people in Scotland were receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA) at the end of last …
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My name is Alex (the female variety) and I’m having a mid-life crisis. I’m not about to rush out the door to buy a convertible sports car but according to an article in the Telegraph …
Continue readingRobotic exosuit will help stroke victims
Stroke patients who have difficulty walking may soon benefit from an invention developed in the United States. A team of researchers has created a soft robotic ‘exosuit’ to help patients walk around with confidence. A …
Continue readingLondon Mayor, Sadiq Khan talks to us
We asked Sadiq Khan how he would make London a better place for disabled people: At the heart of my campaign is my desire to be a Mayor for all Londoners – and that extends …
Continue readingRail firms that fail on disability should lose franchise – thinktank
Rail firms that fail on disability should lose franchise – thinktank Tory group sets out vision for human rights after Brexit, including call to remain in the European court of human rights Rail operators should …
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