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Education It’s against the law for a school or other education provider to treat disabled students unfavourably. This includes: direct discrimination, for example refusing admission to a student or excluding them because of disability indirect …

From ‘Scope’ Our research into attitudes has found 3 out of 4 disabled people (72%) have experienced negative attitudes or behaviour in the last 5 years. 9 out of 10 disabled people (87%) who had …

The EastEnders actor made history as the first deaf contestant to win Strictly Come Dancing in 2021. This new Barbie doll has behind-the-ear hearing aids. Rose Ayling-Ellis has teamed up with Barbie to release their first doll with hearing aids. …

Allergy triggers in your home from ‘Asthma + Lung UK’ Having an allergic reaction to things in your home may affect you more if you live with a long-term lung condition. On this page we …

WAITING FOR CARE An ADASS (Association of Adults Social Services) Survey Six hundred people a day are joining growing waiting lists to be assessed for care and support in England, as adult social care buckles …

Help us mark World Mental Health Day by saying #HelloYellow. #HelloYellow is almost here! And it’s never been more important. Last year #HelloYellow was a record-breaker. But this year a different, more concerning, record has …

Disabled drivers are being warned that their blue badges may not be accepted in popular European holiday destinations this summer due to Brexit. Ministers are negotiating the status of the badges – which were recognised …

From entrepreneur Martyn Sibley Remote working is still a hot topic. For disabled people, it’s been touted as a big leap forward. Many businesses are still grappling with the pros and cons of this new …

LOVE LIFE WITH A LUNG CONDITION From ‘Asthma + Lung UK’ https://www.asthma.org.uk/ How do I stop myself getting out of breath during sex? You’re not alone: people often worry about whether sex will make them …

Employment It’s against the law for employers to discriminate against you because of a disability. The Equality Act 2010 protects you and covers areas including: application forms interview arrangements aptitude or proficiency tests job offers …