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Second staircases needed in buildings of 18 metres and over, groups tell Gove

Architects, fire safety and disability rights organisations said the Government’s current proposal ‘fails to address our shared concerns’ on safety.

The Independent UK

Non-verbal young boy in state care can't access $27,000 of his NDIS funding, grandmother says

Four-year-old Noah was born with profound deafness and has no verbal language. Since entering state care two years ago, he has no longer been able to access his NDIS funding, his grandmother says.

ABC News

Disabled passenger branded a 'monster' for refusing to switch plane seats to help entitled mum

The woman took to Reddit to explain that she had booked an aisle seat to help the flight more comfortable for herself but was made to feel guilty for not swapping seats.

Daily Record

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DWP change will see thousands fast-tracked for disability benefits including PIP and DLA

The Social Security (Special Rules for End of Life) Bill will allow people to quickly claim benefits up to 12 months in advance if they are diagnosed terminally ill

Manchester Evening News

DWP to fast-track disability payments for thousands of people in final year of life from next month

Vital financial support can soon be accessed earlier, helping provide peace of mind and financial security.

Daily Record

Charity fears DWP plans to scrap Work Capability Assessments could lead to 'broken benefits system'

“Sanctions don’t work and are deeply harmful"

Nottingham Post

Eligibility for DWP Cost of Living payment from April 2023

Millions of households across the country will be eligible for extra support

Nottingham Post

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When to expect more cost of living payments and what bills are going up in April

April is set to be a tough month across the UK as bills rocket again. Gas and electricity bills will see one round of Government help end - meaning everyone will pay £70 more each month. Council Tax is going up, water bills are going up, broadband a

Wales Online

People nearing State Pension age this year could be due wide range of extra benefits during retirement

There are more than a dozen benefits and discounts available for men and women aged over 66.

Daily Record

DWP unveils major benefits change for thousands of dying Brits from April

People in their final year of life will be able to get fast-tracked access to Personal Independent Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance (AA) from April 3

Daily Mirror

Study shines light on depth of poverty in Australia

Poverty in Australia is highly gendered and affects single parents, migrants and people living with a disability at above average rates, a new study has found.

AAP

DWP State Pension and PIP claimants to receive up to £1,506 a month from April

The money would equate to £19,853 across the next financial year, for someone on the full New State Pension and highest level of PIP

Nottingham Post

'Met Report shows shocking discrimination - but disregard for ableism isn’t a surprise'

Report found that 33 per cent of staff with a disability or long-term illness have experienced bullying. Disability was also the most recurring tribunal claim brought against the Met in recent years

Daily Mirror

Charity warns new DWP plans to scrap Work Capability Assessments could lead to 'broken benefits system'

The PIP assessment would be used to decide whether a person receives the new Universal Credit health element.

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Manchester Evening News

DWP Disability Cost of Living payment for 2023 payment date, amount and who is eligible

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Disability Cost of Living payment worth £150

Daily Mirror

Disabled passenger called a 'monster' for not moving plane seats to benefit mum

A plane passenger has taken to Reddit to share how a mum wanted her to swap seats so her husband could help with their baby, despite knowing the woman booked it in advance due to her disability

Daily Record

People of State Pension age with any of these health issues could be due up to £407 each month

More than 1.4million older people are receiving extra financial help through Attendance Allowance from the DWP.

ABC News

Community support helps family navigate challenges of Down syndrome

The parents of a woman living with Down syndrome say they have seen major changes in attitudes towards the condition during their daughter's lifetime.

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The Guardian - AU

NDIS provider pursued financial growth over client safety, disability inquiry finds

Royal commission also criticises federal disability watchdog for its handling of complaints centred on provider Afford

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on reforms to disability benefits: exacerbating misery

Editorial: Scrapping the work capability assessment is welcome, but the government’s proposed alternative won’t rebuild trust

AAP

Disability service provider 'put revenue over safety'

A major provider of disability services prioritised growth and finances over client safety and service quality, a royal commission inquiry report has found.

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Every DWP cost of living payment from April - who is eligible and when money will be paid

Here is a list of payments people can expect if they are struggling financially this year - see if you can get any extra cash help

Daily Record

Older people on PIP claiming State Pension set to receive up to £1,506 each month from April

People on the full New State Pension and highest level of PIP or ADP awards could get up to £19,853 in next financial year.

Daily Record

New update on devolved disability payment processing times for people waiting on decision

Some 60% of nearly 20,000 new applications were approved for an award of up to £627 a month by January 2023.

Daily Mirror

DWP list of medical conditions that could mean you qualify for extra £172 a week

PIP is given to those with long-term mental or physical health problems or disabilities and around three million people currently claim it in the UK

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