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Eased restrictions have led coronavirus infections to record highs in WA, as disability advocates call for a COVID recovery plan for people with special needs.

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Anyone with asthma urged to check if they're owed £128 each week from the Government

Anyone suffering with respiratory conditions such as asthma could be eligible for financial support with new data showing an increase in the number of people now receiving financial support

Daily Mirror

Everybody who has asthma should check if they're owed over £100 each week

The payments are not linked to Universal Credit so it is a good idea to check if you qualify

Wales Online

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PIP payments up to £156 a week could be claimed for 24 types of conditions including asthma

There are nearly 2.9 million people across the UK claiming support for conditions

Nottingham Post

New disability benefit entitlement 'tests' people should know about before making a claim

The 'backwards test' must be met before payments for Adult Disability Payment can start.

Daily Record

Everyone with asthma urged to check if they're owed £152 each week

It has nothing to do with Universal Credit, so well worth checking if you're eligible

Manchester Evening News

Disability inclusion report

A long-term approach and adequate resourcing are needed, researchers say

Newcastle Herald

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New Attendance Allowance online guide could help more older people claim up to £92 each week

The DWP could give eligible claimants financial support to help them stay in their own home longer.

Daily Record

High Court sides with developer Citta over Hobart Parliament Square disability access case

A disability advocate says he will consider lodging a new complaint after the High Court ruled in favour of the developers of Hobart's Parliament Square precinct, in a long-running dispute over equal access.

ABC News

One-size-fits-all model of accessible housing ‘a disaster’ for Australians with disability

Appropriate housing for people with disabilities remains expensive and difficult to find

The Guardian - AU

New PIP-style benefit decision makers will look at six factors when setting an award review date

Not all disability benefit claimants will be given a payment review date.

Daily Record

PIP provides up to £156 each week to more than 128,300 people with respiratory conditions

There are 24 main respiratory conditions including asthma being supported by the DWP.

Daily Record

DWP easy read guidance on how Carer's Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and benefits

Carer's Allowance is now paid at £69.70 each week

Nottingham Post

Hospitals only note a person's intellectual disability 20% of the time – so they don't adjust their care

People with intellectual disability only have their disability noted by hospital staff in one in every five hospital admissions, our new study shows.

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The Canberra Times

ACT to drop COVID vaccine mandates for teachers, health staff

Vaccine mandates will remain in place for aged care and disability workers in the territory.

The Conversation

'It's shown me how independent I can be' – housing designed for people with disabilities reduces the help needed

The federal government has been warning that the rising cost of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is unsustainable. More than a third of NDIS funding is spent on in-house support provided to 5% of NDIS participants with the highest needs.

Glasgow Live

DWP issues Carer’s Allowance update on how it can affect State Pension, Council Tax and more

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued updated guidance relating to the Carer's Allowance benefit, which is for people who care for somebody with a disability or health condition

Daily Record

New PIP payment rates for this year and all other benefits or discounts successful applicants can access

An award for PIP or the new Adult Disability Payment could lead to benefit top-ups, travel discounts and Council Tax reductions.

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Daily Record

DWP shares new guidance on how Carer’s Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and other benefits

The new 'easy read' online guide could encourage more people to claim £69.70 each week.

Daily Record

New disability payment replacing PIP will open for applications in three council areas next month

Decision making guidance for Adult Disability Payment is now available online.

Daily Record

DWP estimates 900,000 legacy benefit claimants will be worse off when managed migration begins this month

The DWP has calculated 1.4 million households will receive higher payments when they migrate to Universal Credit.

Salon

When "Top Chef" lost its sense of taste

Disclosing a disability like Long COVID is a personal choice. It can also have serious consequences at work

Salon

Jimmy Carter and disability rights

In 1977, people with disabilities occupied federal buildings across America. It was the beginning of something big

The Times of India

On a mission to foster disabled pets

CHENNAI: When Kala Kubendran walked the ramp with her Indies at The Great Indian Dog Show that was held recently, cheers rent the air. For, all the five pooches were rescue animals who also have some sort of disability.

ABC News

Athletes, advocates call for overhaul of regional train services before 2026 Commonwealth Games

Disability advocates say work to improve accessibility on Victoria's public transport must start immediately if the system is to be ready for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

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