The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Living with a disability in France: How tech is changing lives for the better

In this edition we report on the latest technological innovations for disabled people in France. Founded by Nicolas Huchet, who lost his right hand in a work-related accident, My Human Kit is a company aimed at transforming the lives of those living with a disability. From prosthetic hands to electric…

France 24 · Mar 10, 2023

New petition calls for people on certain benefits not to lose payments for living with partner

The petition argues that benefit rules mean that disabled people have to choose either ‘happiness or financial independence’.

Daily Record · Mar 10, 2023

State Pension payments of up to £203 each week for nearly 3m older people from next month

All the increases to weekly and monthly payment rates for those on the Basic and New State Pension.

Daily Record · Mar 10, 2023

Nearly half a million people of State Pension age claiming PIP worth up to £627 each month

A successful claim for PIP or Adult Disability Payment made before reaching retirement age will continue.

Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023

Texas executes Arthur Brown Jr. for Houston slayings despite claims of innocence, intellectual disability

Brown’s appeals ran out after almost 30 years on death row. Defense attorneys claim Harris County prosecutors hid evidence pointing to another suspect in the 1992 shooting deaths of four people in a Houston drug house.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 9, 2023

Specific groups of people on benefits who will not receive £301 cost of living payment due this Spring

The first part of the £900 means-tested cost of living payment is due in the new financial year.

Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023

A Woman With A Disability Has Detailed Her Shitty Experience At Harry Styles’ Brisbane Concert

"To go in and be in a seat where I couldn't even see was very disappointing."

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 9, 2023

A Perth Family Was Nearly Deported Bc Their Son Has Down Syndrome How Is This Still A Thing?

The family was told their son's disability made him a "burden to the taxpayer". JFC.

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 9, 2023

NDIS has 'failed' Aboriginal people with a disability

The Yoorrook Justice Commission, Victoria's first truth-telling inquiry, has heard how Indigenous people with a disability are not being adequately supported.

AAP · Mar 9, 2023

Harry Styles fan with a disability paid for reserved seats, but saw nothing. What are your rights when buying event tickets?

Norah Sweeney, who has a disability, paid extra for reserved seats to see Harry Styles perform — an emergency barrier blocked her view. When she asked for a refund she was denied. Here's what your rights are when buying concert tickets.

ABC News · Mar 8, 2023