The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Smartphone apps have become commonplace tools for travel and navigation. As technology becomes more integrated into transport networks, apps will continue to be indispensable. But many of those apps remain inaccessible to those with various disabilities.

An online petition calling for change to DWP rules for people claiming benefits has almost reached the response threshold.

Only certain people can claim the benefits

The scheme removes the need for a service leaver to undergo an Access to Work assessment.

There are a number of key dates involving DWP payments

High inflation rates have led to the Government introducing cost of living payments for people on benefits such as Universal Credit

The annual benefits uprating in April could also see Attendance Allowance claimants receive up to £417 each month.

More than six million people on disability benefits received the extra financial support last month.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was designed to empower and support people with disability. But ten years into the scheme, many participants are finding their encounters with the NDIS dehumanising and burdensome.