Finding your dream house
Home ownership is a dream that a lot of people feel is out of their reach, and that’s only compounded when you or your partner…
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The best of Britain’s accessible attractions
Whether you’re staying put at home or travelling to another part of the country, the UK is brimming with opportunities for you to act like…
The highs and lows of bipolar disorder
Mental health still carries a level of stigma and misunderstanding. No more so than bipolar disorder.
We might be getting new disabled emojis in 2019
There is an emoji of a dumpling, a genie, and a VHS – but when it comes to disability, the emojis haven’t been updated in…
Paralympian Sophia Warner asked to ‘prove’ her disability on easyJet
Sophia Warner, who represented the UK at the 2012 Paralympics, took to Twitter to complain about her treatment on an easyJet flight. A member…
What is World Autism Awareness Week?
Across this week (26 March – 2 April) schools, workplaces and individuals will be taking part in raising awareness for autistic people and their friends…
Ensure your holiday is insured
If you’re jetting off overseas soon, you’ll no doubt have a sizeable to-do list to get through before take off – and make sure that…
Carpool Karaoke for World Down Syndrome Day
Across the pond comedian and presenter James Corden has found fame with his Carpool Karaoke skit on his show, The Late Late Show with James…
Why pre-packaged food is important for the disabled community
Overpriced peeled oranges and sliced cauliflower in plastic boxes… pre-packaged food has a bad rap. It’s not good for the environment and supermarkets are increasingly…
Airbnb launches new accessibility features for disabled travellers
Great news for travellers and holidaymakers who have disabilities as Airbnb has released 21 new accessibility filters across the platform, making it easier for disabled…
Let’s revisit Stephen Hawking’s most inspiring quotes
Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, best known for his work on black holes, his 1988 book A Brief History of Time and his distinctive synthesised voice,…
Fitzpatrick and Kehoe storm to silver in Paralympics
Menna Fitzpatrick revealed a unique way of coping with the pressure after winning women’s VI super-combined silver at the Paralympics PyeongChang 2018 with guide Jennifer…
An interview with Scotswoman of the Year: Sally Magnusson
The Evening Times’ Scotswoman of the Year is an award given to celebrate the unique accomplishments of women across Scotland, especially the unsung women who…
The story of Braille
When a three-year-old boy lost his eyesight after an accident in 1812, nobody could have predicted the benefits this incident would have for the visually…
Let’s hope Hollywood stars start using “inclusion riders”
“I have two words for you: inclusion rider,” said Frances McDormand at the end of her Oscars speech when she won Best Actress. Inclusion rider/equity…