More than 60,475 older people claiming Attendance Allowance could be due money back from DWP Thousands of pensioners across the UK have been underpaid by an estimated £230 million. Daily Record · Jul 8, 2022
Magic Weekend loaded with possibility for playoffs and relegation The 15th Magic Weekend will throw the spotlight on learning disability teams and green initiatives while St Helens continue their push for the title The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2022
‘This was indignity’: passenger with disability left without wheelchair at Sydney airport ‘We were left completely alone, I couldn’t find anyone at all,’ says wife of man living with severe spinal cord damage The Guardian - AU · Jul 7, 2022
Disabled Coronation Street star reveals prejudice from taxi drivers, doctors and public Cherylee Houston, 47 - who plays Izzy Armstrong in Coronation Street - writes candidly about her experiences of disability as part of the Mirror's Disabled Britain: Doing It For Ourselves series Daily Mirror · Jul 7, 2022
How people on legacy benefits can keep same level of entitlement when they migrate to Universal Credit An estimated 900,000 legacy benefit claimants will receive less money through the managed migration process. Daily Record · Jul 7, 2022
UEFA criticised for ‘disregarding’ views of disabled fans in Paris final review Level Playing Field believes disabled supporters’ views are not represented on the Champions League final review panel. The National (Scotland) · Jul 7, 2022
Consider job applicants with disabilities Employers are being urged to be more open to job applicants with a disability to help address staffing shortages in Australia. AAP · Jul 6, 2022
'Disabled people portrayed as villains too often - but we exist beyond our conditions' Contrary to popular belief, many disabled folk are not merely chained to their wheelchairs - we have daily variations of severity, we have educations, careers, both romantic and sexual relationships, and most of all, we exist beyond our conditions Daily Mirror · Jul 6, 2022
How to get support in Nottingham to tackle the rising cost of living There is help available - here's a round up of what's out there Nottingham Post · Jul 6, 2022
DWP warned about PIP payment delay impact with claimants waiting months for cash The Government urged to 'get a grip' on the backlog of PIP payments by Citizens Advice as people increasingly struggle during the cost of living crisis Chronicle Live · Jul 6, 2022
DWP shares why legacy benefit claimants cannot switch back once they start Universal Credit claim An estimated 900,000 legacy benefit claimants will receive less money through the managed migration process. Daily Record · Jul 6, 2022
People in receipt of benefit warned they could have to repay hundreds of pounds if they miss key deadline A warning has been issued ahead of the important deadline this month Wales Online · Jul 6, 2022
Cash boost of up to £326 each year for young people caring for someone claiming disability benefit The payment is for those aged 16, 17 or 18 who provide up to 16 hours of care each week. Daily Record · Jul 6, 2022
People claiming new PIP-style payment may also qualify for wide range of benefit top-ups and discounts An award for Adult Disability Payment could lead to travel discounts and Council Tax reductions. Daily Record · Jul 6, 2022
Liverpool Echo · Jul 6, 2022 PIP claimants warned over '£300m payment delays' Some people are waiting five months for a decision on disability benefits
Daily Record · Jul 6, 2022 Quickly check if you qualify for Cost of Living Payments worth up to £1,100 this year At-a-glance guide to DWP one-off payments due to start landing in bank accounts from next week.
Wales Online · Jul 5, 2022 Disabled benefits claimants ‘waiting months for £300m in delayed PIP payments’ Working-age claimants are waiting five months for a decision
The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2022 Five-month disability benefits delay causing hardship, says Citizens Advice UK charity says 150 people an hour contacting it over backlog in processing personal independence payment claims
The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2022 Disabled benefits claimants ‘waiting months for £300m in delayed payments’ Disability benefit claims have risen steadily over the past three decades, the Institute for Fiscal Studies said.
Bangkok Post · Jul 5, 2022 Disability benefits system needs revamp More than half of people with disabilities in Thailand do not receive welfare assistance from the government. This is unacceptable.
The Conversation · Jul 5, 2022 Incarcerated people with disability don't get the support they need – that makes them more likely to reoffend People with disability are over-represented in prison and some are criminalised because of behaviours related to their disability. But they are unlikely to have their disability recognised or adjusted for, and the connection between the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the criminal justice system has long been problematic.
Daily Mirror · Jul 5, 2022 '13 years of a hostile environment for disabled shows how little Government values us' The breaking down of barriers has brought about change through the passing of the important - but woefully inadequate - Disability Discrimination Act 2005 and later the Equality Act 2010 into law
Daily Record · Jul 5, 2022 Dundee councillors sign off on extra £1.5m for city parks and play areas Much of the cash going towards the installation of accessible play equipment that is suitable for children regardless of their disability.
Daily Record · Jul 5, 2022 New disability benefit payment rates could be higher than PIP following review due to start next year Eligibility for the new benefit could also differ from the current criteria for PIP.
ABC News · Jul 4, 2022 SA to trial off-road wheelchairs, mountain trikes to enhance tourism for people with disabilities When a bike accident put the brakes on former triathlete Yvette Eglinton's fast-paced, outdoorsy lifestyle, she decided to help others living with disability to access nature more easily.