Royal Caribbean Accused Over Disabled Passenger Fees
Royal Caribbean faced backlash for charging name-change fees and cancelling credits for a disabled passenger's carers, sparking discrimination claims.
Category : Disability Services
Old Mission Hall in Cradley Heath to Become Supported Living
Sandwell Council approves conversion of neglected former mission hall into six supported living flats for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Motability Scraps Black Box Rule After Backlash
Motability has scrapped the compulsory black box rule for DWP claimants after criticism from drivers. The scheme had made telematics mandatory for new leaseholders and under-30s in April.
PIP Benefit Future Uncertain After King's Speech
The King's Speech did not include a welfare bill, delaying major PIP reforms until at least mid-2027. Claimants face uncertainty as a key review stage ends May 28.
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DWP Lists 46 Mental Health Conditions for £458 PIP
The DWP has published the full list of 46 mental health conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment up to £458 per month, including ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
Huddersfield Town Staff Train with Guide Dogs for Accessibility
Huddersfield Town AFC staff completed Sighted Guide training with Guide Dogs to improve matchday accessibility for fans with sight loss. Puppies also visited the stadium.
Nationwide warns after accessibility guide rollout in all branches
Nationwide has introduced detailed accessibility guides for all 605 branches, including those in Birmingham, to help disabled customers access banking services more easily.
DWP Lists 45 Eye Conditions for £114 Weekly PIP Payment
The DWP has confirmed 45 eye problems that qualify for Personal Independence Payment, worth up to £114 weekly for daily living. Over 60,000 claimants receive this benefit.
DWP Benefit Claimants Face £70/Hour Charge, Job Loss Fears
DWP cuts to Access to Work grants leave disabled claimants struggling to afford interpreters, risking job loss and career uncertainty.
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All Together NOW! Seeks Stories for 21st Anniversary
All Together NOW!, the UK's only disability-focused newspaper, is approaching its 21st anniversary and wants to hear how it has inspired or helped readers.
New 'Right to Try' rules help disabled people work without fear
New 'Right to Try' legislation allows disabled people on Universal Credit, PIP, and ESA to explore work without triggering automatic benefit reassessment, aiming to reduce employment barriers.
DWP to reduce PIP reassessments under new rules
PIP claimants face fewer routine reassessments under new DWP rules, with reviews every three to five years. Minister Sir Stephen Timms leads a wider review.
DWP Autism Learning Disability Staff Training
DWP announces landmark autism and learning disability training for thousands of staff, aiming to improve support for claimants with these conditions.
Nationwide Publishes Access Guides for All Branches
Nationwide becomes first major UK bank to publish detailed access guides for all 605 branches, calling on other businesses to follow suit to improve accessibility for disabled customers.
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Sikh Woman Raped by Man Who Mistook Her for Muslim
A Sikh woman who came to the UK for a better life was raped by a stranger who mistook her for Muslim. She bravely faced her attacker in court as he was jailed for life.
HSBC First UK Bank to Offer BSL Training to All Staff
HSBC UK becomes the first UK bank to offer British Sign Language training for beginners to all 23,000 employees, fostering inclusivity for deaf colleagues and customers.
Motability Mileage Allowance Halved for Disabled Drivers
Disabled drivers face a 50% reduction in annual travel limits under new Motability contracts, with excess mileage charges increasing fivefold. MPs challenge the government over geographic inequality concerns.
DWP Rejects Calls to Halt Motability Scheme Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially responded to a petition urging the government to stop proposed changes to the Motability Scheme set to take effect on July 1, 2024.
DWP £778 PIP Payments in May for Common Condition
The Department for Work and Pensions will distribute £778 Personal Independence Payment payments in May, following April rate increases, with musculoskeletal diseases affecting over a quarter of claimants.
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Disabled Artist's £62,500 DWP Grant Cut Cripples Business
Michelle Baharier, a 62-year-old disabled artist, reveals how a drastic £62,500 reduction in her Access to Work grant has devastated her livelihood and health.
DWP Shields PIP and DLA Claimants from Motability Rule Change
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that existing Personal Independence Payment and Disability Living Allowance claimants will be shielded from upcoming Motability Scheme changes, including reduced mileage allowances and new taxes.
Derbyshire 'Sickfluencer' Educates on Disability Benefits
Sara Middleton, a 47-year-old mother with fibromyalgia, uses TikTok to guide people through PIP applications while facing accusations of system exploitation.
PIP and DLA Motability Scheme Changes from July 1
New VAT and insurance tax rules for Motability Scheme leases start July 1, 2026, affecting mileage and tyre allowances, but existing claimants are exempt.
AI Use on PIP Forms Risks £800 Monthly Payments
Disabled applicants using AI tools like ChatGPT for PIP forms risk having claims declined due to suspicious or inaccurate information, potentially losing up to £800 monthly support.
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Blue Badge Eligibility for DWP Benefit Claimants
Individuals receiving Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment may qualify for Blue Badge permits to facilitate easier parking access under specific conditions.
DWP to Set New PIP Rules After Autumn Review
The Department for Work and Pensions will announce changes to Personal Independence Payment rules after an independent review concludes in autumn. The review examines potential cuts that could affect existing claimants and new applicants.
Motability Scheme: PIP and DLA Claimants Risk Loss Under New Rule
Department for Work and Pensions claimants of Personal Independence Payment and Disability Living Allowance could lose access to the Motability Scheme under strict new two-week monitoring requirements involving mandatory black box installations.
Former Marine's Recovery with Assistance Dogs Inspires Appeal
Rob, a former Royal Marine from Leicestershire, defied odds after a severe accident left him in a coma. Now, with help from assistance dogs, he regains independence and supports a charity appeal to transform more lives.
Birmingham Care Centers Closure Impacts 45 Families
Two Care First centers in Pheasey will shut in August due to staffing issues, affecting adults with disabilities. Families express distress over abrupt notification and uncertain future.
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Inclusive Cinema Event for Families in Newcastle
The Sunshine Fund organized a private cinema screening for 17 families at Cineworld in The Gate, offering a stress-free movie experience for children with disabilities and their caregivers.
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