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.
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National Diversity Awards 2019 announce shortlist including Anne Hegerty
The National Diversity Awards are retuning for another year to celebrate the people, organisations and achievements of those working to tackle issues currently being faced in society. And the shortlist for 2019 has been revealed.
Kit Harington donates $10,000 to Mencap fan-fundraiser
Game of Thrones star, Kit Harington has donated $10,000 (roughly £8,000) to a fan-created fundraiser for learning disability charity, Mencap.
Prime Minister announces new drive to tackle barriers faced by disabled people
Prime Minister, Theresa May has today (25 June) launched a new package of measures to tackle injustices faced by disabled people in the workplace, at home and in the community head on.
Opening opportunities during Deafblind Awareness Week
Get outside and revel in the benefits of the great outdoors during Deafblind Awareness Week, taking place from 24 to 30 June.
On Holiday: European Escapes
Summer has almost arrived, which means it’s nearly holiday time. The perfect summer vacation doesn’t have to break the bank, we look at some of Europe’s most exciting, accessible and affordable destinations.
People with a learning disability are experiencing social isolation because of disability
During Learning Disability Week (17 – 23 June) it is a time to raise awareness of learning disability and get people connected. However, new research from Mencap has found that bullying is causing more people with learning disabilities to experience isolation.
Here We Are: Sport bringing people together this Learning Disability Week
Learning Disability Weeks 2019 (17 – 23 June) is looking at getting people with learning disabilities out of the home, connected and getting active with their local community.
IKEA launches new furniture collection for disabled people
Leading furniture company, IKEA have released an accessible range of furniture to ensure every house becomes an inclusive home.
Three in four guide dogs report being illegally refused from public spaces
Figures revealed from the Royal National Institute for Blind People (RNIB) have shown that 76 per cent of people with guide dogs say they have been refused service.
Getting connected during Carers Week 2019
Caring comes in many different forms and each experience is unique. During Carers Week 2019 (10 – 16 June), the theme will focus on ensuring carers can get connected in their local communities.
The reality of care during Carers Week
An estimated seven million carers in the UK provide invaluable care to their loved ones, saving the government millions of pounds annually. But what more can the government be doing to support unpaid carers?
Nike introduce para-sport mannequins in flagship London store
The sports brand are staying true to their slogan and encouraging women of all sizes and abilities to just do it.
Finding Your Feet launch auction to support people living with amputation
Leading amputee charity in Scotland, Finding Your Feet has launched their Stompingly Sensational Online Auction to raise funds towards providing vital physical and emotional support for amputees.
Mencap to deliver over 1,200 thank you cards to mark Volunteers’ Week
To mark this year’s Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) Mencap is to deliver more than 1,200 handwritten letters to thank volunteers.