Channel 4 advert take over celebrates IDPWD and #PurpleLightUp
Channel 4 have partnered with Sainsbury’s, NatWest and Nationwide, to give airtime to local enterprises that are making differences to the lives of disabled people….
Channel 4 advert take over celebrates IDPWD and #PurpleLightUp
Channel 4 have partnered with Sainsbury’s, NatWest and Nationwide, to give airtime to local enterprises that are making differences to the lives of disabled people. Ignition Brewery, credit to Channel 4 ADVERTS The leading companies have collectively given up a minute of advertising time, and donated it instead to three social enterprises, chosen in partnership...
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IDPWD: BBC announces commitment to boost disability representation on and off screen
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, leading broadcasting BBC has launched their new commitment to boost disability representation for 2020 on and off screen in a three-part plan.
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Disability worldwide this International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Across the world, one billion people – or 15 per cent of the worldwide population – live with a disability. Each year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities works to raise awareness and celebrate disability; and 2019 is no different.
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UK set to support disabled children in Uganda during All-Stars Appeal
Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disability, charity Motivation are bringing accessibility and equality to Uganda with their pioneering Motivation All-Stars Appeal.
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WIN a Marks and Spencer The Collection Gift Box
One lucky reader could win The Collection Gift Box from Marks and Spencer this festive season. It's time to indulge over the festive period.
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IDPWD: BBC announces commitment to boost disability representation on and off screen
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, leading broadcasting BBC has launched their new commitment to boost disability representation for 2020 on and off screen in a three-part plan.
Disability worldwide this International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Across the world, one billion people – or 15 per cent of the worldwide population – live with a disability. Each year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities works to raise awareness and celebrate disability; and 2019 is no different.
UK set to support disabled children in Uganda during All-Stars Appeal
Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disability, charity Motivation are bringing accessibility and equality to Uganda with their pioneering Motivation All-Stars Appeal.
WIN a Marks and Spencer The Collection Gift Box
One lucky reader could win The Collection Gift Box from Marks and Spencer this festive season. It’s time to indulge over the festive period.
Motoring
Sir Jackie Stewart’s race against dementia
One of the most iconic Formula 1 drivers of his time, Sir Jackie Stewart won World Championships with his sweetheart, Lady Helen by his side recording his track time. Now, Sir Jackie is racing the clock to find a cure for dementia to help Lady Helen; he spoke with Lorne Gillies.
New fund to improve rail accessibility announced
Today (8 July) the government has announced a new fund of £20 million to improve accessibility on rail networks throughout the UK.
Care and support
The power of community care this Carers Rights Day
Carers Rights Day is an annual event to make carers aware of their rights, where to get guidance, and to raise awareness of carers’ needs. We speak to one carer about finding support from other parents and this year’s focus: helping carers find their way in local communities.
Research highlights two-thirds of UK adults could become carers
A new study has revealed that adults can have a 50 per cent chance of becoming a carer, with half of women expected to be carers by the age of 46.
New guidelines on medicinal cannabis are an ‘important first step’
New guidelines on the use of medicinal cannabis have been described as an ‘important first step’, by a leading charity.
