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Woman with learning disability detained in hospital for years

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The Independent UK

Ministers scramble to avoid Labour rebellion on disability benefit cuts

Backbenchers may be allowed to abstain, a major climbdown from previous votes when rebels were suspended from the party

The Guardian - UK

‘Every day she begs for help’: Father fighting for daughter detained in hospital for years to be freed

Exclusive: Government will miss target to get people with learning disabilities out of hospital by more than 8 years

The Independent UK

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The face of British disability is increasingly young and female. It’s time to hear from them

My book about disabled women grew in relevance as I wrote it, exposing the heartlessness of proposed harsh benefit cuts, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK

1 in 6 New Zealanders is disabled. Why does so much health research still exclude them?

Disabled people encounter all kinds of barriers to accessing healthcare – and not simply because some face significant mobility challenges.

The Conversation

Labour MPs warn of rebellion as Starmer faces backlash over disability cuts

Keir Starmer is facing growing backlash from within his own party as Labour MPs gear up to revolt over plans to slash disability benefits

The Fashion Central

Labour ministers stand to lose seats over disability benefits cuts

A SWATHE of Labour MPs including high-profile Cabinet ministers risk losing their seats over welfare cuts, according to new analysis.

The National (Scotland)

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Mother of daughter with rare disability writes book celebrating difference

Sarah Gannon’s book is inspired by her seven-year-old daughter Ciara who has Charge syndrome and is deafblind.

Evening Standard

‘Electoral wake-up call’: dozens of Labour MPs risk losing majorities over welfare cuts

New data shows cabinet ministers among MPs at risk as campaign to pressure government over proposed benefit cuts to step up

The Guardian - UK

Joe Rogan Slammed For Claiming Resurrection of Disability Slur Is 'One of the Greatest Cultural Victories'

Joe Rogan declared that the re-emergence of the disability slur "retard" is "one of the greatest cultural victories" on his podcast Thursday.

Latin Times

Australian academics refuse to attend US conferences for fear of being detained

‘When academics fear travelling or partnering with US institutions, the impacts ripple through the entire global knowledge ecosystem,’ one says

The Guardian - AU

Inside Scotland’s ‘disability-unfriendly cities’ – and what needs to change

People with disabilities and long-term health conditions in Scotland are feeling “imprisoned” due to a lack of accessibility in…

The National (Scotland)

Disability advocates fight DOGE cuts

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

Salon

Why financial hardship is more likely if you’re disabled or sick

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.

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The Guardian - UK

‘A weakness can become your biggest strength’ – wise words from 26 brilliant disabled women

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

Evening Standard

Traitors’ Alexander Dragonetti becomes charity supporter as fans raise £95,000

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

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m still sick. I’m still disabled. But I’m proud of my body’: Frances Ryan’s manifesto for disabled women

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

The Independent UK

The Trump administration withdrew 11 pieces of ADA guidance. How will it affect compliance?

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

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The Guardian - UK

Ill and disabled people will be made ‘invisible’ by UK benefit cuts, say experts

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

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour MP breaks ranks to call out UK Government disability cuts

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

The Texas Tribune

Trump wants to dismantle the Education Department. That could hurt students with disabilities in Texas.

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.

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How to Train Managers on Disability Awareness and Legal Compliance

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.

The Guardian - UK

Does the UK have a mental health overdiagnosis problem?

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

The Independent UK

Social Security Administration planning to lay off thousands more staff in DOGE cuts despite long wait times and web crashes

Cuts could be made across variety of departments, including communications, personnel, legislative affairs, and retirement and disability policy.

The Conversation

If a child has extra needs, support can be hard to find. This new approach can help make it easier and quicker

If your child is struggling with certain everyday activities – such as playing with other kids, getting dressed or paying attention – you might want to get them assessed to see if they need additional support.

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