Social care: government publish 10 year plan
The UK Government has today (1 December) published a 10 year plan to reform social care.
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Carers: the right to support
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, unpaid carers have been left overworked and undervalued as they continue to take on additional responsibilities to care for their loved ones.
Applications open for The Great British Bake Off
Are you a star baker in the making? The team behind The Great British Bake Off are looking for applications for the next season, due to start in 2022. Read more and how to apply now.
Mencap 75: CEO Edel Harris on keeping a legacy alive and challenging attitudes
As learning disability charity Mencap marks its 75-year anniversary, chief executive Edel Harris writes exclusively for Enable about the charity’s legacy and the launch of a new campaign.
FINANCE: Time to talk money
As Christmas approaches and energy prices rise, it’s time to start an open conversation about money.
INTERVIEW: Putting disability in the Strictly spotlight
Amazing outfits, an iconic disco ball and impressive dance moves all come to mind when you think of Strictly Come Dancing, but this year, Rose Ayling-Ellis is putting disability in the spotlight as the show’s first ever deaf contestant.
Purple Tuesday: paint the town purple
Every year on 2 November, Purple Tuesday encourages businesses around the UK to become more accessible, but the impact can have a lasting effect for years to come.
COP26: Disability’s fight for climate justice
Conversations around climate change are reaching a crescendo as the UK hosts the UN Climate Change Conference, more commonly known as COP26, in Glasgow. Mary Keogh, advocacy director at CBM Global, reveals why disabled voices need to be included.
Hoe Grange Holidays selected as part of the Peak District’s #70People70Years campaign
David and Felicity Brown, owners of Hoe Grange Holidays, have been selected as one of 70 remarkable people in celebration of the 70 year anniversary of the Peak District National Park.
Adoption: creating a safe haven
From adoption to fostering, three people share their experiences of giving a disabled child their safe haven.
Building trust through inclusion with Marks & Spencer
Diversity and inclusion should be embedded in a company’s core values and implemented in everything from the recruitment process to marketing.
Book release: Doddie Weir’s five year journey with MND
After raising millions for MND research since his Motor Neuron Disease (MND) diagnosis in 2016, ex-rugby star Doddie Weir has raised millions for MND research. Now, in his new book, Doddie explores the highs, lows and the laughter from his fight with the disease.
Menopause awareness: the M word and you
A passage in life that happens to all women and people with a cervix, despite half the population going through the menopause it is still continually misdiagnosed and misunderstood.
Transforming lives with Geberit
Ethan, who was born with upper limb deformation had for all his life struggled with his own personal hygiene. Then, a life-changing recommendation turned Ethan his life around.
Inclusion: putting disability at the heart of the business strategy
It’s time for all facets of diversity, including disability, to be a priority for businesses in the UK and further afield.