Could equality be challenged as the Prime Minister continues to forget people living with a disability?
New fears have been revealed by a disability charity that the disabled community may be left behind.
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Enable Asks… James Moore
Although our favourite soaps may have been put on pause, Emmerdale’s James Moore reveals how he is surviving lockdown during Enable Asks.
Enable Asks… Jamie Brewer
Actor Jamie Brewer has made big steps in breaking down barriers and tackling discrimination. Based in the USA, Jamie shares her experience of lockdown.
Enable Asks… Cherylee Houston
Coronation Street star, Cherylee Houston took time out of her day to get involved with Enable Asks and share her experiences of life in lockdown.
Enable Asks… Mark Millar
You’ve probably watched some of his characters during lockdown, but now, comic book writer Mark Millar reveals why the arts are so important at this time.
Enable Asks… Katie Piper
Katie Piper has been a powerful force in breaking down barriers for the marginalised in society, and now Katie shares her journey in lockdown during Enable Asks.
Long read: Under the lens of Alzheimer’s disease
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another dementia poses a plethora of questions, and Alzheimer’s Research UK is working tirelessly to fund research and work with people directly impacted to provide answers. Most importantly, finding a cure.
#DearWorldLive Debate: Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson says Paralympics is not a ‘cure’ for disability rights
During a webinar on disability, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson made comments on the Paralympics being seen as a ‘cure’ for disability rights.
100 disability charities unite to demand increase to all out of work benefits
The Disability Benefits Consortium is petitioning the UK Government to increase all out of work benefits during the current pandemic.
Committed to supporting the disabled community with Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work Justin Tomlinson
Speaking to Enable, Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work Justin Tomlinson shares what the UK Government is doing to support the disabled community.
Getting involved with your community to tackle loneliness
Getting involved with your local community is the perfect way to tackle social isolation and loneliness for both you and your neighbours. We look at some of the ways you can meet new people both online and in your local area.
Disability and public transport: Podcast asks if enough is being done
Getting from A to B on public transport can be challenging at times, especially when living with a disability. Now, two disabled travellers have had a candid conversation on what more needs to be done to ensure public transport is inclusive across the board.
It’s Time to Talk ahead of Time to Talk Day 2020
We all have mental health, but when mental health turns into an illness the stigma is still ever present. Ahead of Time to Talk Day, discover why opening up is nothing to be ashamed of.
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….
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.