DWP Autumn Benefit Changes: Three Key Reforms
Major DWP reforms this autumn will affect Universal Credit, PIP assessments and work capability rules. Here's what claimants need to know about the coming changes.
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Abbie Roscoe: Four Gold Medals at Transplant Games
Liverpool athlete Abbie Roscoe triumphs at British Transplant Games in Manchester, winning four gold medals just two years after life-changing kidney transplant from her mother.
Domino Art: Mars & Humbugs Transform Accessibility Awareness
Discover how innovative domino art featuring Mars bars and humbugs is breaking down barriers and creating conversations about accessibility in our community.
£300M in unspent M&S and John Lewis vouchers discovered
New research reveals British shoppers are holding over £300 million in unspent gift cards and vouchers for retail giants M&S and John Lewis - but time is running out to spend them.
DWP's PIP shake-up threatens thousands with benefit loss
Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see thousands lose crucial financial support as government plans new assessment criteria.
Birmingham Christmas Market Adds Quiet Hours for Accessibility
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market is introducing dedicated quiet hours and accessibility improvements to create a more inclusive festive experience for neurodiverse visitors and those with disabilities.
Budget 2025: PIP and Universal Credit Changes Confirmed
Chancellor's autumn budget confirms significant welfare reforms affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Discover how PIP assessments and Universal Credit payments are set to change.
BBC responds to Celebrity MasterChef accessibility complaints
The BBC has issued an official statement following significant viewer complaints about accessibility issues during a recent Celebrity MasterChef episode featuring deaf contestant Chris McCausland.
Garraway and Balding slam 'disgusting' GMB segment
ITV presenters erupt in fury over controversial disability access discussion, calling it 'backwards step' for inclusion as viewers express outrage.
Motability Scheme Overhaul Sparks Disabled Drivers Fears
Proposed changes to the PIP Motability scheme could leave thousands of disabled drivers without adapted vehicles, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.
WASPI Compensation: Major Breakthrough for Millions
A crucial development emerges in the long-running WASPI campaign as compensation talks accelerate, offering hope to 3.8 million women affected by state pension age changes.
DWP confirms major PIP changes for 2025
The Department for Work and Pensions has finally revealed details about significant reforms to Personal Independence Payment coming next year. Discover how the new assessment criteria could affect thousands of claimants across the UK.
DWP replaces sick notes in benefits shake-up
The government is replacing traditional sick notes with a new digital system designed to get people back to work faster. Find out how the major DWP changes will affect you.
Paralympic Stars Inspire Rehabilitation Breakthroughs
Team GB stars inspire patients at state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility, transforming lives through shared experiences of overcoming adversity
Blue Badge Access Under Threat for Millions
A major overhaul of the PIP assessment system could strip millions of disabled people of their Blue Badge parking rights, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.
Empty Shoes Protest Reveals SEND Crisis Across UK
Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.
DWP PIP shake-up: Mobility payment cuts loom
Exclusive: Major changes to PIP assessment criteria could see thousands of claimants lose vital mobility support as government pushes forward with disability benefit reforms.
Six benefits see major payment increases from April
Millions of Brits receiving key benefits including Universal Credit and State Pension will see significant payment increases from April 2024. Discover which six payments are rising and how much extra you could receive.
Universal Credit shame: Disabled dad's heating vs eating choice
A disabled father from Birmingham reveals how cruel benefit calculations are forcing families to choose between heating and eating as the cost of living crisis deepens.
48 Health Conditions That Qualify for DWP Support
Discover the comprehensive list of 48 health conditions that could make you eligible for crucial financial support from the DWP, including mental health conditions and physical disabilities.
Special needs transport crisis strands Sandwell children
Furious parents in Sandwell are campaigning for urgent reforms to special educational needs transport after children were left waiting hours for school transport or missing education entirely.
Thousands of UK workers paid below minimum wage
New research reveals thousands of UK employees are working for less than the legal minimum wage, with Birmingham and West Midlands workers among the worst affected. Discover which sectors are most at risk.
ESA claimants warned: Payments could stop
Critical DWP letters are hitting doormats across the UK, warning Employment and Support Allowance claimants their payments could STOP unless they take immediate action. Here's what you need to know.
West Midlands para-cyclist becomes national champion
Discover the inspiring journey of a West Midlands para-cyclist who transformed tragedy into triumph, becoming national champion just two years after a devastating accident.
Flintshire launches ALN holiday activity programme
Flintshire County Council announces groundbreaking holiday activity programme specifically designed for children with ALN, ensuring inclusive support during school breaks.
Train Delay Compensation: Claim Cash for Shorter Delays
Rail passengers across England and Wales can now claim compensation for shorter delays under expanded Delay Repay schemes. Discover how much you're owed and how to claim.
OAP banned from Aldi after security confrontation
A 75-year-old grandfather has been barred from his local Aldi after confronting security staff about their ID checks, igniting discussions about retail security protocols and customer rights across Britain.
DWP announces PIP overhaul for six health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions is streamlining Personal Independence Payment claims for people with specific health conditions, potentially cutting waiting times and reducing assessment requirements.
Disabled man's 7-month gang terror ordeal in Birmingham
A vulnerable Birmingham man with cerebral palsy suffered seven months of brutal attacks by a teenage gang who subjected him to horrific violence and humiliation in his own home.
Passengers fight back against train ticket machine rip-offs
Passengers across Britain are fighting back against confusing ticket machine pricing that's costing travellers millions. Discover how commuters are challenging unfair fares and what it means for your wallet.
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