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New PIP-style benefit introduces change to assessment process which should improve consultations for all claimants

Consultations can take place by phone, video call, at a local public venue, or in your own home.

Daily Record

Are Canadians being driven to assisted suicide by poverty or healthcare crisis?

Critics argue laws are being misused to punish the poor but experts say cases represent country’s failure to care for its most vulnerable citizens

The Guardian - US

Former trainer files lawsuit against White Sox, general manager Rick Hahn

Brian Ball claims he was fired unlawfully by the Sox in October 2020 because of his sexual orientation, age and disability.

Chicago Sun-Times

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We need our politicians to do better: Anglican Bishop of Newcastle

It's time to tell candidates what you expect regarding social justice and community improvement.

Newcastle Herald

Centrelink's partner income test is leaving some lower-income couples feeling they'd be better off apart

The federal government says means testing is central to Australia's income support system — but others say there's "no regard" for individuals.

ABC News

IndiGo applied rules for ‘unruly passengers’ for one with special needs

Rules under the ‘Carriage by Air-Persons with Disability and/or Persons with Reduced Mobility’ in spotlight

The Hindu

People of State Pension age with joint pain could get up to £92 each week from DWP

Nearly 1.4m people across the UK currently receive either £247 or £369 every four weeks from Attendance Allowance.

Daily Record

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Check eligibility for new PIP-style benefit online before it opens in your area

Successful applicants will receive between £24.45 and £156.90 each week in financial support.

Daily Record

DWP PIP worth up to £156 a week available to people with irritable bowel syndrome

People who have Irritable bowel syndrome could be eligible for more than £620 a month through the Personal Independence Payment benefit if the condition affects their daily life

Glasgow Live

Wisconsin voters with disabilities say their right to vote is at risk

Many voters with disabilities rely on a loved one or caregiver to return their absentee ballot for them. Wisconsin's high court is weighing whether current state law allows for that help.

WEKU

‘Everything I do is urgent’: actor Liz Carr on confronting mortality, taking risks – and winning awards

The Olivier winner on how activism has helped her deal with online abuse, her two years of shielding – and why her life is amazing

The Guardian - UK

Claim PIP for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and you could get up to £156 each week from DWP

If you are living with IBS you may be eligible for financial support from the DWP.

Daily Record

National Disability Insurance Agency accused of discriminating against employees with disability

Some current and former staff of the National Disability Insurance Agency say it failed to provide them with the assistive technology and physical adjustments to their workspaces to enable them to do their jobs properly.

ABC News

Alarm after EHRC says long Covid should not be treated as disability

Equalities watchdog statement provokes backlash from coronavirus support groups and unions

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Daily Record

West Lothian Learning Disabilities Forum held special information event

It was a chance to give feedback on how services for people with disabilities could be improved around West Lothian.

ABC News

Queensland's Mount Isa Mines faces $5m lawsuit over allegations lead poisoning caused teenager's brain damage

The mother of a Queensland teenager with an intellectual disability is suing mining company Mount Isa Mines for $5 million in damages, alleging her daughter's brain damage is the result of lead poisoning caused by emissions from the mine.

The Guardian - AU

NDIS minister downplays major increase in appeals since 2021 as ‘tiny fraction’ of participants

Linda Reynolds says over 90% of appeals are settled early but advocates claim some organisations are ‘overwhelmed’ by unprecedented demand

Daily Mirror

'Newborn screening could save 70 babies each year from crippling disability'

New ground-breaking Oxford University research shows how national newborn screening could help to prevent children developing heartbreaking spinal muscular atrophy

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‘It literally breaks you’: fight for denied NDIS support dominates 23-year-old’s final months

Disability funding rejections and appeal delays in the lead-up to Toby Tyne’s death compound grief for his family

Bristol Post

Asthma sufferers could be eligible to claim £152 per week from DWP

Up to 24 different types of respiratory conditions including asthma, sleep apnoea, and pneumonia are being supported through PIP

Daily Record

Claim PIP for diabetes and you could get up to £627 every month from the DWP

More than 33,490 people across the UK living with diabetes are receiving financial support through PIP.

ABC News

National autism strategy in the pipeline, with both Coalition and Labor committing to plan

No matter who wins the federal election, Australia is set to develop a national autism strategy — a move that has been welcomed as a "good start" to changing community attitudes to children and young people with a disability.

ABC News

'It's herstory': ParaMatildas set to begin new chapter for Australian football at first ever CP Women's World Cup

Over 30 years after Australia's first appearance at a women's international football tournament, another Australian team is about to write a new 'herstoric' chapter.

Daily Record

New Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit payment rates and thresholds for this year

Full list of changes to both HMRC benefits for those on a low income.

Daily Record

New and existing PIP claimants may see changes to Motability Scheme start this summer

Existing PIP and DLA claimants will begin transferring to the new Adult Disability Payment from the end of August.

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