The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Disability and working age benefits to rise in line with inflation

The move will cost £11 billion but will help protect the most vulnerable, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt said.

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2022

How Autumn Budget will affect people of Edinburgh - full list of key points

The Chancellor is risking a backlash from the public and media alike by unveiling a £54 billion package of tax hikes and spending cuts – after saying the UK is in a recession.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 17, 2022

MAFS' Johnathan accuses ex Sophie of 'inciting online abuse' as she throws shade

Married at First Sight fans loved Sophie Brown's latest TikTok post poking fun at her ex, but Johnathan Wileman has accused her of inciting 'further online abuse towards him' as he opens up about his hidden disability

Daily Mirror · Nov 17, 2022

Energy-saving home improvement grants of up to £5,000 could help reduce fuel bills this winter

More than 3,740 grant applications have been successfully made this year so far.

Daily Record · Nov 16, 2022

Why employers need a new approach for disabled workers of colors

The NAACP is mapping the midterms using GIS software to identify key issues for Black voters.

Fortune · Nov 15, 2022

Means-tested benefits that 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 - read our guide below on what to do in this situation.

Glasgow Live · Nov 15, 2022

DWP says it has 'no plans' to means-test PIP disability benefit claimed by 3million Brits

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) sought to calm fears, two weeks after new Cabinet minister Mel Stride refused to rule out restricting the benefit to the poorest

Daily Mirror · Nov 15, 2022

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 · Nov 15, 2022

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 · Nov 15, 2022

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 · Nov 15, 2022