The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Tucker Carlson laughs hysterically at ‘fake poet’ Amanda Gorman, mocks Greta Thunberg’s disability

Carlson says Democrats are using ‘disabled’ and ‘incompetent’ people as assets

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2022

Labour councillor discriminated against disabled employee, tribunal finds

GP group ordered to pay £104,000 over discrimination case involving east London councillor

Evening Standard · Oct 12, 2022

John Fetterman says stroke he suffered ‘changes everything’ about his life

Pennsylvania Democratic Senate candidate insists his disability is temporary, while his opponent Mehmet Oz has mocked him for it

The Guardian - US · Oct 12, 2022

People on Universal Credit could be due an extra £627 each month on top of benefit

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

Daily Record · Oct 12, 2022

NSW's rental stress hitting independent disability share houses as costs soar

This man says his share house, full of "good vibes" has helped transform his life. But it could all be snatched away.

ABC News · Oct 11, 2022

Fiona: People with disabilities need more support in extreme storms

The ability to prepare for and recover from an emergency is a privilege many take for granted. Two days before post-tropical cyclone Fiona reached Atlantic Canada, public officials were clear: people should prepare enough supplies for 72 hours, including food, water and medications for each member of the household as…

The Conversation · Oct 11, 2022

When will the DWP £150 cost of living payment be paid?

Around 6 million people are eligible

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2022

All the cost of living help available and how to get the payment

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

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2022

Woman of short stature tells inquiry how men yelling abuse triggered ‘trauma reaction’

Insults caused woman to lose control when walking on roadway, she says, while another witness says public harassment is common

The Guardian - AU · Oct 11, 2022

PIP supporting evidence which could improve your chances of making a successful first-time claim to DWP

Supporting documents could help you receive between £97.80 and £627.60 every four weeks.

Daily Record · Oct 11, 2022