Sense Sign School sees 50,000 Brits learning British Sign Language with Mr Tyrese
Disability charity Sense has revealed over 50,000 people have started learning BSL after the launch of their Sense Sign School campaign.
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Down’s Syndrome Association’s winning pictures from International Photography Competition announced
The winners of the Down’s Syndrome Association’s international photographic competition have been announced, and they hail from Ireland, Canada and the USA.
Aldi trials audio prompts to help blind and partially sighted shoppers
Working with the RNIB, Aldi has announced it will trial audio prompts to help blind and partially-sighted customers safely enter its stores.
#OverToYou: Your lockdown diaries
Regardless of age, lockdown left people faced with fears, worries and concerns. Two people share their experiences of life in lockdown.
TV star and Strictly Come Dancing finalist, Emma Barton announced as charity Patron for emergency fundraising appeal
Emma Barton, has been announced as the Patron of the Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People’s (QEF) Survive and Thrive emergency appeal.
Parents across the UK spot undiagnosed learning difficulties while homeschooling
New research finds almost one million UK parents suspect their child has a learning difficulty after observing them while homeschooling during lockdown.
Mencap survey reveals people with a learning disability feel stuck in lockdown after social care cut
A new survey of family carers by Mencap has revealed that seven in ten people with a learning disability had their social care cut when in the most need.
Interview: On a journey of recovery
Quadruple amputee and sepsis survivor Caroline Coster speaks to Enable about the power of community after acquiring a disability.
Truth Project inviting members to get involved in survey around protected characteristics and child sexual abuse
The Truth Project is working to provide a safe and inclusive space for victims or survivors of child sexual abuse to engage with an independent inquiry.
Discover the UK’s best inclusive attractions to celebrate in the refreshed Rough Guide to Accessible Britain
With UK attractions beginning to re-open, indulge in an accessible staycation with the help of the refreshed edition of the Rough Guide to Accessible Britain.
INTERVIEW: The Future of Scotland’s Young Carers with Minister for Public Health, Sport and Wellbeing Joe FitzPatrick
Scotland’s Minister for Public Health, Sport and Wellbeing Joe FitzPatrick shares what young carers can expect from the government for support.
Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games: Special coronavirus measurements may be required
The organisers behind the Tokyo Paralympic Games have announced that the rescheduled Games may require specific COVID-19 measures to keep athletes safe.
Q&A: Samaritans volunteer Sabeeha tells Enable where you can find support
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic we have been urged to look after our physical health, but your mental health is just as important.
Matt Hancock calls for all GP consultations to be done remotely
Health secretary Matt Hancock has called for all GP consultations to take place remotely by default, leading to concerns for the disabled community.
Here for You telephone service from Stroke Association launched by Kaye Adams to tackle loneliness
The Stroke Association has launched their Here for You telephone support services, with support from Kaye Adams, to help tackle loneliness.