Refuge launches critical accessibility features on its National Domestic Abuse Helpline Website
With 2 in 4 women with disabilities likely to experience domestic abuse, Refuge launches critical accessibility features on its National Domestic Abus…
Disability News
World-first voting trial in Norfolk to help blind people vote independently
This week, blind people in Norfolk will be taking part in a trial that could see them vote without needing support for the first time. The Royal Na…
Springtime worry-free motoring options from the Motability Scheme
The Motability Scheme’s latest selection of cars is now available, offering disabled people in the UK a choice of over 1,600 affordable and reliable v…
Ground-breaking community programmes supporting people with disabilities to receive £5.58m funding boost
Two innovative programmes that give people with disabilities the opportunity to develop skills and lead change in their local communities have been gi…
Motability awards grant for new pilot at Driving Mobility centres to get more disabled people motoring
Motability, a national disability charity, has awarded Driving Mobility grant funding of £50,000 to pilot a new Driving Assessment Grant Programme for…
Toyota Parasport Fund Commits more than £390,000 to Boost Community Disability Sport
A new fund to empower disabled people to enjoy the wide benefits of becoming more physically active has invested more than £390,000 in clubs and activ…
Five Outdoor Accessible Activities to Enjoy During the Pandemic
With tight restrictions owed to changing safety measures, the public has been largely limited on the kinds of outdoor activities available. As a resul…
Are you ready to vote on 6 May?
By Ailsa Irvine, Director of Electoral Administration and Guidance, The Electoral Commission On Thursday 6 May, people across Great Britain will be…
European Space Agency’s Parastronaut Feasibility Project
ESA’s Parastronaut Feasibility Project will assess the feasibility of sending an astronaut with a physical disability safely into space. ESA believ…
If you break down – go left!
If you break down - go left! That’s the message from Highways England in its biggest ever campaign to help drivers feel safer on the country’s motorwa…
Business Disability Forum Global Symposium 2021
Fresh Perspectives on Global Disability Inclusion Date: April 19, 2021 - April 23, 2021 Join Business Disability Forum for a week-long Global Sy…
Martin Hibbert, paralysed in the Manchester bomb explosion, to climb Africa’s highest mountain.
“I’ve decided to turn an appalling act of terror into a force for greater good. I want to do something to shift the spotlight away from those who trie…
The Big Event moves online for 2021
Disabled motorists and their families keen to find out more about the Motability Scheme can do so from the comfort of their own homes this summer, as …
Naidex Virtual 18-19 March 2021
As a result of the pandemic, independent living exhibition, Naidex, has introduced an online event. Naidex Virtual will run for two days in March, alt…
Finding Relief with CBD oil
Kriya CBD Ltd is a company formed by Amo Raju and he spent time and money searching for alternative forms or relief to the symptoms that his wife, fat…
Census 2021 is up and running across England and Wales
With March 21 just around the corner, Census 2021 is in full swing. Run by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the census is the once-in-a-de…
Motability Scheme recognises top performing dealerships
Outstanding scooter and powered wheelchair dealerships rewarded for customer service achievements The awards are based on direct feedback from …
INTERVIEW – BARRY LE GRYS MBE, CEO OF MOTABILITY
We discuss the challenges of the last year – and the challenges of the year to come… What would you say to manufacturers who’ve had a tough year th…
Brotherwood Case Study – A New WAV for Harry
This is our 3rd WAV, for my son Harry who has just turned 18. Our previous vehicle which we had had for 7 years had served us well, but our needs had …
Wheelchair Driving with Allied Mobility
Allied Mobility is delighted to announce the launch of their first internal transfer vehicle – Ford Dream. Dream has been expertly designed to offe…
Adrian Flux – Car insurance adapted for you
Disabled drivers can still feel misunderstood when it comes to insuring their vehicle. While the Disability Discrimination Act of 1995 and Equality…
HARVEY PRICE ANNOUNCED AS MENCAP AMBASSADOR
Today, Harvey Price has announced that he will be taking up a new role as Ambassador for the UK’s leading learning disability charity, Mencap. Harv…
HRH The Countess of Wessex joins RNIB Shape and Share craft session
HRH The Countess of Wessex recently took part in an online session to highlight the work of the Royal National Institute of Blind People’s (RNIB) serv…
Product Rating: RNIB Talking Microwave
You might think that microwaves haven’t been called ‘innovative’ since the 1980s but RNIB have re-invented the concept to provide an easier and safer …
AS UK MEETS VACCINE MILESTONE IN CARE HOMES, PEOPLE WITH A LEARNING DISABILITY ARE LEFT BEHIND
As the UK hits a crucial milestone in vaccinating all care home residents, people with a learning disability have once again been left behind. Thos…