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Christina Applegate could radically change disability representation on screen

After being diagnosed with MS in 2021, the ‘Anchorman’ star returns to screen in a new season of her Netflix comedy. Her physical changes are seamlessly incorporated into the show – and it’s something other programmes should learn from, writes Nicole Vassell

The Independent UK

State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other benefits could stop if you do not report a hospital stay

Payments may be reduced or paused if the relevant department is not notified, even if it's just one night.

Daily Record

PIP payment date and award rate update for those moving over to benefit

More than 322,000 existing PIP claimants will transfer to the new Adult Disability Payment, which will not need a new application, and could be more beneficial for many.

Glasgow Live

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Universal Credit claimants with specific health conditions could be due extra £627 a month

If you need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition you may qualify for extra financial support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Glasgow Live

DWP says 'no plans' to start means testing for disability benefits including PIP or DLA

The DWP had previously not ruled out introducing a means test for disability benefits.

Daily Record

Time for action: How to make the NDIS 'the best' it can be

"You can't build a strong NDIS off the back of workers who have no training, no leave and want to get out of the sector".

Newcastle Herald

People of State Pension age with any of these health issues could be due up to £92 each week

People of State Pension age claiming Attendance Allowance will receive either £247.40 or £369.60 every four weeks.

Daily Record

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How accessibility for disabled university students can benefit all students

Although many university students are eager for in-person elements of the university experience they missed early in the pandemic, what might we overlook in the rush to “return to normal”?

The Conversation

Charities fear for 500,000 households who will no longer get Warm Home Discount

Changes to the Government's Warm Home Discount scheme mean those claiming disability benefits are no longer able to claim a rebate this winter despite huge rises in energy bill costs

Chronicle Live

Warning more than 500,000 households no longer eligible for £150 Warm Home Discount

Those receiving Disability Living Allowance and Personal Independence Payments are no longer eligible to receive the discount

Manchester Evening News

People on Universal Credit with any of these health conditions could be due an extra £627 each month

If you need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition you may qualify for extra financial support from DWP.

Daily Record

New disability payment replacing PIP may include ‘informal observations’ during the consultation

Adult Disability Payment has now replaced PIP for new claimants living in Scotland.

Daily Record

New payment date and award rate update for people on PIP moving to devolved disability benefit

More than 322,000 existing PIP claimants will transfer to the new Adult Disability Payment.

Daily Record

Resourcing key for children with disabilities to succeed in public schools, but barriers remain

While Caitlyn's experience at a suburban Perth primary school has been positive, advocates are calling for more to be done to help public schools teach children with a disability.

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Daily Record

People on PIP moving to new devolved disability payment may see other benefits stop

If you do not report the change to DWP, HMRC or local council, other payments may automatically stop.

The Independent UK

All the cost of living help available before Christmas and how to get payments

Poorer households are expected to be hardest hit, while elderly people have reported having to choose between heating or eating

ABC News

Discrimination, sexual harassment still touch the lives of too many, commissioner says as new report released

Tasmania's anti-discrimination commissioner says it is evident that discrimination, sexual harassment and incitement to hatred continue to touch the lives of too many in the state, as a new report reveals the stories of some affected.

Newcastle Herald

Serial fraudster's lawyer asks judge not to impose 'crushing' prison sentence

The barrister for a serial fraudster who scammed an elderly man out of $120,000 last year and defrauded the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has asked a judge not to impose a "crushing" sentence on her client.

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Daily Record

DWP could give people of State Pension age with back pain up to £369 each month

Nearly 1.4m people across the UK currently receive either £61.85 or £92.40 each week through Attendance Allowance.

Nottingham Post

Call for DWP review of PIP application process dismissed despite support

The petition, which remains open, has gained over 15k signatures so far

Nottingham Post

Thousands of universal credit claimants could miss out on Christmas bonus payment

The qualifying period is expected to be December 5 to December 11, 2022

Edinburgh Live

DWP to issue £10 Christmas bonus to people on certain benefits - check if you're eligible

Those who claim benefits such as State Pension, Adult Disability Payment and Widow’s Pension will receive a cash boost in time for Christmas from the DWP - Check if you're eligible.

Glasgow Live

Thousands near end of life to have disability benefits fast-tracked by DWP

More people nearing the end of their lives will receive vital, fast-tracked financial support, thanks to legislation passed last week by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Fortune

Whether or not you get Long COVID could have a lot to do with how stressed out you are

Exposure to a severe life stressor heavily predicted long COVID symptoms.

Dublin Live

Dublin jobs: Disability support charity announces major recruitment drive

St Michael's House is actively recruiting staff nurses, social care and direct support workers

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