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Cuts are already making it harder for people with disabilities to live in their communities

If you have a long-term health condition or you’re a disabled person in the UK, you might be able to claim a benefit called personal independence payment (Pip). As the name suggests, Pip is designed to help with the additional costs of disability – regardless of employment status.

In this second extract from Frances Ryan’s new book, actors, politicians, athletes and models offer their advice on living with physical and mental health conditions

Since failing to win series three of the hit BBC psychological game show, he has joined radio station Classic FM as a presenter.

Women with disabilities are the biggest minority group in the world, but are still shut out of society. In an extract from her new book, the writer reveals how that is changing – and what more needs to be done

President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn 11 pieces of guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act that helped stores, hotels and other businesses understand their obligation to the law

Those who lose benefit payments will find it difficult to access care and support services, says Policy in Practice

A SCOTTISH Labour MP has broken ranks and criticised the UK Government for its planned cuts to welfare – warning they will push people “into…

In a state with a checkered history with federal special education law, advocates say Texas students will see an erosion of their disability rights protections.

Managers need thorough training about disability awareness standards as well as legal requirements to create workplaces that are simultaneously respectful and legally compliant and inclusive.

Mental ill health has been cited as a factor in the welfare overhaul, and experts agree it has worsened since the pandemic