The Latest Breaking News from Disability

‘Don’t tone it down’ – inside the invasion of British museums by disabled artists

From Belfast to St Ives, 30 UK venues are about to be taken over in an event that will draw on the tragedy of the first world war – and feature deaf dancing, origami clothing and scenes of austerity rendered in fondant icing

The Guardian - UK · Jun 29, 2022

Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott urges young people with disabilities to 'be proud'

Dylan Alcott is determined to not waste a moment of his time as Australian of the Year. He is asking Australians to focus not just on issues like accessibility for people with disabilities, but also genuine and sincere inclusion.

ABC News · Jun 29, 2022

How £650 cost of living payment works and when it will be received

Millions of people who claim certain benefits will receive the cash split over two instalments

Bristol Post · Jun 28, 2022

‘Don’t worry!’ ‘He’ll be right’: Why do we say all the wrong things to parents of children with a disability?

The golden rule of supporting others is understand first, solve second – most of the time people are looking to feel heard rather than be fixed

The Guardian - AU · Jun 25, 2022

With Roe v. Wade overturned, disabled people reflect on how it will impact them

Bodily autonomy is a principle of the disability rights movement. With the overturn of Roe v. Wade, people with disabilities worry about how they will be disproportionately affected.

WEKU · Jun 25, 2022

Veterans toxic exposure bill stalls as lawmakers head home

WASHINGTON — A bipartisan bill to expand veterans health care and disability benefits will not make it to President Joe Biden’s desk until after the July Fourth congressional recess because of a minor tax provision.

Tribune News Service · Jun 24, 2022

Disability board asks States to assess accessibility of public buildings

Rights of PwD Act, 2016 had deadline of June 14, 2022 to complete the work 

The Hindu · Jun 24, 2022

Claim PIP for bad eyesight and you could get up to £627 each month from DWP

Over 54,430 people in the UK are claiming PIP for 46 different types of eye conditions that affect their vision.

Daily Record · Jun 24, 2022

People applying for new PIP-style disability payment could get decision letter within 10 weeks

If you have a terminal illness, it could take seven working days.

Daily Record · Jun 24, 2022

All the cost of living payment dates including when £650 will arrive in your bank account

There are six different pots of cash to help with the cost of living, with many Brits eligible for more than one - we break down the complicated system and explain what you will be getting

Daily Mirror · Jun 24, 2022