Columnist – Ruben Carol
People should, of course, have a choice to use a wheelchair or not. But it seems to me that sometimes people choose not to use a wheelchair out of fea…
People should, of course, have a choice to use a wheelchair or not. But it seems to me that sometimes people choose not to use a wheelchair out of fea…
In February, Mencap launched the Myth Busters - a group of people who are living life with a learning disability, challenging misconceptions and provi…
When the Prime Minister appointed me as the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work back in September, I was honoured. I couldn’t wait to get st…
2021 was a year with both highs and lows. It was challenging in terms of coronavirus and the lockdowns, and I found it incredibly tough, but I’ve also…
“We want the UK to be the best place for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.” That is Mencap’s new vision which is part…
The problem with parking. As an expatriate from the USA, I am surprised to be constantly seeing stories and posts, either naming and shaming bay ab…
People with a learning disability can face severe health inequalities throughout their life – which often start in childhood. In December 2020, M…
With the start of the New Year, it’s important to think about what we want in the 12 months ahead. For many people, January is a fresh chance to focus…