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Proud Chief Executive of brilliant @sensecharity @senseinternatl and Trustee of @CareTechFdn @en4ei and NED @RCHTWeCare Views my own. Cornwall 〓〓

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Social care is described as support for washing, dressing eating & taking medication. It’s so much more than that. Its support to enable people to flourish, to be active, independent, enjoy life, try new activities, develop friendships, be part of society & live a fulfilling life

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Last month, over 50 disability charities, wrote to @trussliz & @RishiSunak to call on them to ensure disabled people are put at the heart of any plan they make as PM to address the cost-of-living crisis. We haven’t heard back from either of them.

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Why are disabled people being kicked off trains? Taking staff out of ticket offices will mean it's not safe for disabled people to travel independently. How will anybody who is blind, disabled or needs assistance get on and off a train without ticket office staff to help them?’

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Why would a government target disabled people as the problem and introduce sanctions for those unable to work when so many already live in poverty, struggle with the additional costs of living and to pay their energy bills. Why?

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2 years

A disabled man left waiting on a plane fell to his death at Gatwick airport after getting off without a helper. This is a tragic incident which should never have happened. Someone should have been helping him.

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In much brighter and positive news (and we really need a distraction from the grim stuff) meet Eleanor two-year-old girl with Down's syndrome who has been chosen to model for a children's wear brand. Hopefully more companies will be inclusive. #Disability

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Girl, two, with Down's syndrome models for JoJo Maman Bébé

Two-year-old Eleanor Manton was spotted by children's wear brand JoJo Maman Bébé for modelling work.

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We hear about reducing the welfare budget on @bbclaurak As a reminder! PIP is not about getting disabled people back into work. You can work full time and claim PIP. It’s there to tackle the extra costs you face as a disabled person. Those costs don't disappear if you work.

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The government has forgotten that disability benefits are a good thing. They help disabled people to live full, happy lives. We should be proud as a country of having a system in place that provides disabled people with a safety net, not demonising those who need to use it.

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News that makes you smile. That’s uplifting & encouraging. Heidi, who is deaf in one ear, got a doll with a hearing aid for her birthday . It transformed Heidi giving her a new inner-confidence. Heidi said’ she looks like me & has the same hearing aid."

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'My doll with a hearing aid looks like me'

Clare Tawell says she could not find a doll that had a hearing aid like her deaf daughter, Matilda.

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‘It’s going to be a hot day. Find some shade’ says Achilles #Caturday

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Tonight, let’s clap for the disabled children and families and carers at home who carry on behind closed doors, so often forgotten, struggling silently and always with dignity. During #Covid_19 , they haven't stopped. #ClapForCarers

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. @GavinWilliamson wants to introduce Latin in schools. Alternatively thousands in the UK use British Sign Language. There are many children who are born deaf, and we need to give them a better chance at a more integrated future. This is why BSL needs to be taught in schools.

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Half of all people living in poverty are disabled people or have a disabled person in their household. More than half of people who use food banks are disabled people. The crisis isn't over. Benefits must increase in line with inflation so that people can afford the essentials.

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The Covid inquiry is to investigate if there was widespread policy to issue Do Not Attempt to Resuscitate notices on older Covid patients in hospitals without their families’ consent. It should also investigate the same secret policy for disabled people.

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Covid inquiry will investigate if secret DNR orders allowed over-70s to die in hospitals

Inquiry chair, Lady Hallett, personally shocked at bereaved family's claims that Do Not Attempt to Resuscitate notices were issued without relatives' consent

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‘I worry terribly for some of those who have disabled children or disabilities themselves who need lots of electrical equipment to keep their houses warm because of medical conditions’ says ⁦ @MartinSLewis ⁩

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Martin Lewis warns of energy bill 'catastrophe' and says 'lives will be lost'

MoneySavingExpert guru Martin Lewis branded the energy price gap rise by over 80 per cent, announced by Ofgem, as hideous with millions expected to fall into hardship

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High Court has ruled that govt breached the Equality Act by not providing British Sign Language interpreters for its Covid briefings. These briefings were essential in keeping safe but were not accessible to thousands who use BSL. Well done Katie Rowley for bringing this case

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Benefit claimants who refuse work will lose their handouts in what’s regarded as the biggest crackdown in a decade. This kind of talk is terrifying and adds up to the biggest crackdown on the independence and dignity of disabled people.

Unemployed who ‘refuse to engage’ could lose benefits in Hunt crackdown

Chancellor to launch £2.5bn ‘back to work plan’ in autumn statement aimed at increasing workforce participation

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Now, disabled people could be moved to care homes to save money. This policy will deny disabled people’s rights to receive the support they need based on personal preference, and to live independently at home with choice and control over that support.

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Disabled people could be moved to care homes to save council money | ITV News

If the policy is applied some disabled people living at home could be transferred to care homes to help with council costs. | ITV News West Country

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4 years

Lots of people are signing off for Xmas & the rest of 2020. That’s all fine. But let’s not forget that so many front line workers across health, social care & other settings are still working throughout this time. Resilient, compassionate & humble. Putting others first. 🙏 🎄

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Thank you to everyone on Twitter for your supportive & kind messages following my recent positive Covid 19 test. This has been the worst & most debilitating illness I’ve ever had. I also know that I’m lucky not to be in hospital. Everyday I’m getting a little stronger. Keep safe.

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‘Suffers from a learning difficulty’ Love #LineOfDuty Dislike some of their dialogue. Please avoid phrases like ‘suffers’ which suggest discomfort, pain & sense of hopelessness. People don’t “suffer” from disabilities. People live with them. It’s also disability not difficulty..

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Seven out of ten disabled people who appeal against a decision to deny disability benefits are successful. That’s 293,000 people overturning a government decision at tribunal. 1,000 have died while formally challenging their benefits. That’s heartbreaking

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Seven out of 10 win benefits challenges at tribunal

More than 287,000 people in three years overturn initial government decision.

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The plans to close almost every ticket office in England have caused outrage. Now disabled rail users have applied for a judicial review as consultation failed to give disabled people enough information in accessible formats.

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Calls to save ticket offices as closures consultation 'failed disabled people'

The plans to close almost every ticket office in England have caused outrage, with the Mirror campaigning to save them - and disabled rail users have now applied for a judicial review

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Having a disabled brother or sister has a big impact on siblings. It’s a unique relationship It's rich and rewarding Often they are young carers Sometimes they struggle with the emotional and practical demands Sibling's needs shouldn't be over-looked #NationalSiblingDay

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Richard Kramer 🇺🇦

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I bought my friend an elephant for his room. He said: “Thanks.” I said: “Don’t mention it.” 🐘

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Disabled people and their supporters including Judi Dench have protested at York Council's permanent ban on disabled parking in the city centre. The time to end the discrimination that prevents disabled people playing a full part in York is long overdue.

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Blue badge ban in York opposed by Dame Judi Dench ‘discriminates against disabled’

Plan introduced to allow anti-terror bollards to protect people from attacks but ban was met with fierce opposition from local residents

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2 years

4 million people take regular Covid tests including carers who visit snd help vulnerable relatives. Removing free testing will increase anxiety and limit socialisation outside the home. It will also amount to a tax on carers and disabled people.

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Lots of people are signing off for Xmas & the rest of 2021. That’s all fine. But let’s not forget that so many front line workers across health, social care & other settings are still working throughout this time. Resilient, compassionate & humble. Putting others first. 🙏 🎄

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Disabled people spend more than others just to live their lives: specialist equipment, help with daily living and additional transport. PIP covers some of the costs. Now, there’s speculation the benefit will be cut. It will have devastating consequences.

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Could disability benefits be the target of Treasury spending cuts? | ITV News

Inside the Treasury, there are conversations about potential spending cuts - it seems inevitable the welfare bill will be part of that, writes Anushka Asthana. | ITV National News

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I can’t stop thinking about how many disabled children, adults & families are still shielding & haven’t left the house at all since March. For many that means no external support from education therapies, respite or equipment in this time. Lockdown has intensified their isolation

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People with learning disabilities are 6 times more likely to die from Covid-19. Govt, please put disabled people with high support needs & people with learning disabilities as one of the top priorities for Covid vaccinations along with family carers & staff supporting people. RT

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It was lovely to be named a Top CEO for #Social_CEOs awards. Sometimes I feel like an outsider & find it hard to talk about myself. Social media has helped me to talk loudly about disability issues, and more quietly to talk about my strengths & vulnerabilities. Thank you

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Disabled people spend more than others to live their lives: specialist equipment, help with daily living, additional transport. PIP covers some of the costs. There're rumours that Government will means test this benefit whilst cutting taxes. It will have devastating consequences.

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The government has signed a contract targeting 20% cuts to the number of new education plans for children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send) to bring down costs. This is all about significantly reducing provision for disabled children.

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Revealed: covert deal to cut help for pupils in England with special needs

Government contract aims to reduce the number of specialist care plans by a fifth

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This commentator says that Ellie Simmonds being on Strictly is "pushing indigestible quantities of diversity down viewers’ throats." I see Ellie as a Paralympic champion who continues to inspire people across the country.

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Talking to families with disabled children they tell me how support vanished overnight in March & how they still plug the gaps surviving minute by minute. Families aren’t speech & language therapists or physiotherapists; they are trying to do the best they can without support

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#CarersWeek Unpaid carers have fought the same battle as our social care staff and they do it behind closed doors and without recognition. They have feel ignored and forgotten since the start of the pandemic and without support for their own physical and emotional well-being

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As part of the @bbcstrictly tour, a British Sign Language interpreter will be at at every performance, projected onto big screens at every live show. A huge inclusive milestone!

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Strictly: sign language interpreter to be projected on to big screens at live shows

Strictly Live UK arena shows starring Rose Ayling-Ellis, who is deaf, will have a BSL interpreter projected beside stage

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Helen Keller died 1st June in 1968. She was the 1st deafblind person to earn a degree; a powerful advocate for disabled people. Her words then remain so poignant now ‘Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.’

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The needs of family carers are completely neglected. ‘I am always exhausted and when you're so exhausted, that's when you could run the risk of making mistakes. I've never been given training for this role, but I do it and I live it every day.’ says Yvette

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Family carers at risk of 'burn-out' amid calls for more respite

Two parents share their experiences of caring for loved ones with complex needs.

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A man has been found guilty of planning a stream of consciousness novel. He is about to start a four-year sentence

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Thanks to @MarcusRashford we're now talking about children & poverty. Remember, 4 million disabled people live in poverty. Disabled people face extra costs of £583 each month. That's why we need a dedicated Covid-19 plan & action for disabled children, adults & their families

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Hundreds of thousands of disabled people are set to be told their benefits will be cut unless they find work they can do from home. This move looks set to punish disabled people adding more anxiety onto disabled households that are already struggling.

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Hunt’s Autumn Budget could see benefits cut by thousands unless people work from home

Hundreds of thousands with serious mobility and mental health issues told to ‘make work pay’ from home, as chancellor admits more work to be done on the economy but claims tax cut plans show Tories...

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You call it woke. I call it a reasonable adjustment. Well done @Barclays for your commitment to creating an inclusive environment.

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Some people are now stopping work for the festive season. Please don’t forget the social care workers and the unpaid carers who don’t stop at Christmas and New Year and continue to care and support others. They are our country’s heroes.🎄

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A disabled woman was forced to crawl up a flight of stairs at a London station due to a broken lift. Staff were laughing as wheelchair user Jennie Berry had to shuffle up the steps on her bottom This is how inaccessible transport is for disabled people.

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Station staff 'laugh' at disabled woman who crawled up steps due to faulty lift

'The way I’m treated always seems to surprise me the most.'

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When I talk to families with disabled children & adults at home, I hear how they have carried on behind closed doors, struggling silently and with dignity. Pressures have built up without help or release. Not ever feeling part of the government’s to-do list. This is heartbreaking

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Everyone in the disability sector asked for @BorisJohnson talk to the nation to be fully accessible. But no #BSL sign language interpreter undermines that communication strategy.

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Disabled people have the same right to an independent and fulfilling life whether or not they are able to work. We should celebrate the fact that the welfare system in this country exists to support disabled people to live full and active lives, not decry that support.

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The new government must show from day one that disabled people and the societal inequalities they face truly matter to them. That means a plan to fix social care, access to education and welfare. It must listen to disabled people’s voices & change their lives for the better.

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15 years ago my mental health was poor. I had to take two weeks off work. I felt lost and worthless. Today, I’m privileged to lead a charity. Then I was told I don’t have the strength of character to succeed. Now, there’re good and bad days but I feel more resilient than ever. 🙏

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A decision to prioritise a group for vaccination is not simply a scientific exercise, it is an ethical one too. Given the profound health inequalities, all disabled people living in the community & their carers should be prioritised for a vaccination -

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People with an intellectual disability should be prioritised for vaccination - The BMJ

Given the disproportionately negative impact of covid-19 on people with an intellectual disability, they should be prioritised in the UK’s vaccination programme, say Keri-Michèle Lodge, Christian...

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I had an awful night. I accidentally drank a bottle of invisible ink. I’m in hospital now waiting to be seen.

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Sixteen people with a learning disability were abused at Whorlton Hall and suffered a lifetime of trauma. Yet their paid staff escape jail and receive suspended sentences. This isn’t justice.

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Whorlton Hall: Four carers sentenced for abusing hospital patients

They are given suspended sentences after BBC Panorama exposed their actions in an undercover film.

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First Matthew Parris wants to crack down on disability benefits. Now he addresses assisted dying saying old & frail people are a burden on society. Until social care & palliative care are available to everybody at a certain level, insensitive talk like this is really frightening.

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Unpaid carers are fighting the same battle as our social care staff and they do it behind closed doors and without sufficient recognition. They have feel ignored and forgotten since the start of the pandemic and without support for their own physical and emotional well-being

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In March, we were all stockpiling toilet paper, pasta and rice. In October let’s stockpile friendship, support, kindness, and generally looking out for each other #WorldMentalHealthDay

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Dominic Cummings said today ‘there wasn’t a plan’ for those shielding. Millions were on the shielding list. Many are disabled people. They were hit the hardest in this pandemic. The comments, if true, are a damning indictment of how we support disabled people in society.

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We were delighted to welcome our amazing Patron HRH, Anne, The Princess Royal in Birmingham last evening to showcase our work linked to the upcoming Commonwealth Games. Here’s some lovely photos of our dedicated Patron (and a pensive one of me) ⁦⁦ @sensecharity ⁩

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I am celebrating 10 years working at ⁦ @sensecharity ⁩ ⁦⁦ @SenseInternatl ⁩ It’s a complete honour to lead an organisation whose values match my own. I have learned so much about myself from the children, adults and families we support everyday. 🥳 Thank you.

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Disabled people will lose their right to travel on trains. Staff cuts and the closure of ticket offices will make rail networks—which are already almost inaccessible—even harder to navigate for older and disabled people.

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Having a disabled brother or sister has a big impact on siblings It’s a unique relationship It's rich and rewarding Often they are young carers Sometimes they struggle with the emotional and practical demands Sibling's needs shouldn't be over-looked #YoungCarersAwarenessDay

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Lots of people have signed off for Xmas & the rest of 2023. That’s all fine. But let’s not forget that so many front line workers and unpaid carers across health & social care are still working throughout this time. Resilient, compassionate & humble. Putting others first. 🙏 🎄

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Four million disabled people in the UK already live in poverty. They face higher living costs and tend to earn less than non-disabled counterparts even with the same qualifications. Poverty has soared in this pandemic. We need a new deal for disabled people if we are to level up.

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The number of unpaid carers increased by four million since the pandemic. 1 in 8 now provide unpaid care. But there is still no increase in the financial support for the carers nor plans to invest in short breaks. Carers shouldn’t be left out of the debate on social care reform

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Please read Rory Kinnear’s moving and heartfelt appeal to end the conspiracy of silence on social care. Families often cover the shortfall in social care. But should love’s resilience really be so voraciously exploited, and at such cost to people’s lives?

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I saw my mum forced to fight and cajole as a carer. When will politicians end the conspiracy of...

There are millions of carers, exhausted and sick of broken promises, yet neither Labour nor the Tories seem serious about reform, says actor Rory Kinnear

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Disabled people in Scotland with serious lifelong conditions will no longer have to attend reassessments to continue receiving their benefits. A fairer and more compassionate approach.

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Lifelong disabilities will not face benefit tests

People with lifelong conditions such as being blind have to be reassessed to keep their benefits.

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Tyrese Dibba, aged 16, has taught British Sign Language to 80,000 people over the last year. He has now won the Pride of #Birmingham award. We are exceptionally proud of his achievements.

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Disabled teen who taught over 80,000 people sign language wins Pride of Birmingham Award | I Am...

A 16-year-old boy from Birmingham, who helped to get more than 80,000 people learning British Sign Language over the last year, has won the ‘Stephen Sutton

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Barbara is a family carer. She’s 93. She is exhausted looking after her disabled son. They are 1.7 million family carers supporting disabled adults at home. 1.7 million carers like Barbara providing care but receiving little or no support.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Carer, 93, 'exhausted' looking after disabled son

Barbara MacArthur talks about caring for her disabled adult son during the coronavirus pandemic.

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People claiming universal credit and working less than 18 hours a week will be forced to look for more work But what happens to disabled people who can't work for 18 hours?And what happens to the system designed to support not penalise disabled people?

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Universal credit changes: Claimants must now seek 18 hours work

Changes to welfare rules mean universal credit claimants must look for ways to earn more than before.

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Very sadly, Achilles died yesterday after suffering with cancer. He was a wonderful, beautiful and majestic cat and we’re pretty upset, but it was time. We had a lot of fun and love from him. Wishing you eternal cuddles in the sky xx (2010-2021)

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Back in June, we knew that deaths of disabled people were 2.4 times higher than for non-disabled people. In November, we know deaths among learning disabled people are 6 times higher. Yet again, we ask government to have a specific plan to support disabled people. Please act now

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A generation of disabled children may not recover fully from COVID-19. Their emotional & learning development has fallen behind. We need a dedicated plan to assist children's recovery, provide them with support they need, support with mental wellbeing, & extra help for families

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In 2016, Equality Human Rights Commission said government had violated disabled people’s rights. In 2023, it reports disabled people face poverty, low income, poor public services and public prejudice. What happened to a society that works for everyone?

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Government failing disabled people, human rights watchdog warns

People with disabilities continue to face discrimination in the UK, says a report.

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I’ve struggled with my mental health all my life. I’m disappointed by the PM’s comments about mental health and work. It belittles individual’s personal pain by saying mental health is everyday challenges and worries. It won’t help anyone get or keep work.

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People with depression and anxiety set to lose sickness benefits

Mel Stride said the system should not be paying people to deal with the ‘ordinary difficulties of life’

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Thanks to everyone who sent kind messages & enquired about my health after I got COVID at Christmas. I was very fortunate that I didn’t need to go to hospital & for so many it had been a worse situation. I’ll be back at work on Monday but will take things a bit easier for a while

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In March 2020, I was training and ready for a half marathon. Then world events took over. I got covid twice and struggled with running ever since. Today, I ran 10k for the first time in over three years. Feeling really proud of myself. 🎉

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Autistic child who shouted 'wow' after classical performance invited back by delighted orchestra

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Autistic child who shouted 'wow' after classical performance invited back by delighted orchestra

Orchestra has now offered Ronan Mattin free tickets to next performance and chance to meet conductor

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Two thirds of family carers feel burnt out. One in five can't remember the last time they could take a break. Family carers across the country are missing out on a being able to take a meaningful break and denied the opportunity to rest and recuperate.

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Two thirds of carers feel burnt out and need more respite support, says charity

Almost one in five (19%) of those surveyed said they were unable to remember the last time they could take a break.

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Please don’t forget about the disabled children and adults living with families and carers at home. They are carrying on behind closed doors, so often forgotten, struggling silently and always with dignity. During #Covid_19 , they haven't stopped.

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Lots of talk about Plan B. Yet no discussion or plans for clinically vulnerable people or for disabled children,adults & families or care services that support them. As we face another challenging time let’s plan next steps with disabled people in mind not as an afterthought.

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Very promising first speech ⁦⁦ @bphillipsonMP ⁩ committing to improve support & outcomes for children with SEND and their families and bring reform to children’s social care, acknowledging that it has had less attention during the election campaign

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'The proudest day of my life': Phillipson's speech to DfE

Education secretary says she has 'greatest job in government', but warned of 'scale of the challenge ahead'

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3 years

Overheard on a bus: Do you like Tolstoy?” “Of course. Who doesn’t?” “What’s your favourite book?” “The one where Woody is kidnapped and Buzz tries to save him.”

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As a charity CEO, this has been my most difficult challenging and exhausting time. It is for every charity across the country. But speaking to my fellow CEOs has given me renewed strength. I know that we are far more united when we work together.

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How the move to a cashless society leaves behind disabled people who may not have access to electronic forms of payment. We hear more cases where disabled people are unable to use cash to pay for goods services and have to leave businesses empty-handed.

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Concerns cashless move excludes disabled people

One mum says her son was left "devastated" after being unable to pay for their restaurant meal with cash.

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3 years

Achilles announces that the sun will definitely be out for the bank holiday weekend ☀️ 🌞

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Its my balloon day today! I said to my partner this morning ‘age is just a number’ The reply was ‘quite a big one though isn’t it’. I’m going to eat chocolate cake and chocolate caterpillars all day!

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I'm stepping down from Sense after 11 incredible years. I have learned so much about myself through the individuals and families we support. It's hard to give this gig up. But it’s time for a new chapter for me and @sensecharity via @LinkedIn

Leaving Sense After eleven incredible years at Sense, I have made the decision to take early retirement and leave Sense and Sense International on 31st January 2025. It has been challenging to make...

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Why don’t Sunak and Starmer have anything to say to disabled people. The election campaign is ignoring disabled people. There is no recognition of inequalities, barriers, widening gaps in living standards, inaccessible housing, and the list goes on.

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Why don’t Sunak and Starmer have anything to say to disabled people like me?

Is the reason the two main parties haven’t had anything to say to – or about – disabled people because they have nothing good to offer? James Moore asks why they’ve been forgotten

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3 years

January has been grim. But it’s the end of the month. It’s also my 🎈 day. Birthday cake in bed. it doesn’t get any better than that!

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Bravo to @itvnews for lifting the lid on the huge stress and anxiety experienced by disabled people as they are assessed for disability benefits. Why does the government spend £443m on appeals instead of helping disabled people get the benefits that they are entitled to?

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Helen Keller, born in 1880, was the 1st deafblind person to earn a degree; a powerful advocate for disabled people. She campaigned tirelessly to improve support for deafblind people. Each year we remember her resilience & dedication to help others #DeafblindAwarenessWeek

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GPs have been told that disabilities 'are not fatal conditions’ in a letter sent by @NHSEngland reminding them that do not attempt resuscitation notices should not appear on a person’s record 'just because' they have a learning disability or autism.

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Do not resuscitate orders cannot apply 'just because' someone has a learning disability or autism,...

GPs have been told that ‘learning disabilities are not fatal conditions’ in a letter sent by NHS England instructing them that do not attempt cardiopulmonary re

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4 years

Large accessible toilets will be made compulsory for new buildings in England from 2021. We know that lack of adequate toilets without changing benches/ hoists prohibit people leaving their homes or go shopping. Great campaigning by @CP_Consortium

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Changing Places toilets for disabled people to be compulsory

Campaigners say rules for Changing Places toilets in new buildings are "nothing short of life changing".

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1 in 2 disabled people feel lonely every day. Combined with anxiety & social distancing #Coronavirus - we have a shared problem. Look out for disabled friends & neighbours. When planning your week, schedule regular interactions. Reach out to disabled people. Let’s stay connected

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People will be shocked to hear that 40% of parent carers have thought about killing themselves. This is a result of battling constantly with a system that has little interest in supporting them or their disabled children. via @unibirmingham

More than 40% of parents with disabled children have thought about suicide – study - University of...

41% of parents in England who have a child with long-term illness or disability have thought about suicide while caring for their child, new research has found.

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Shocking new research shows that 29 per cent of disabled people refuse to use public transport because of the prejudice they face. Another example of exclusion and disabled people being left behind.

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More than a quarter of disabled people avoid public transport because of abuse

EXCLUSIVE: Shocking new research shows that 29 per cent of disabled people refuse to use public transport because of the prejudice they face

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3 years

Huge thanks to @JoWhiley #Marr for making such a compelling & passionate case for prioritising the vaccine for disabled people. This is not only a scientific decision. It is a moral and ethical one. No one should be forgotten or seen as less value in society. @AndrewMarr9

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When two-thirds of disabled people avoid flying as it’s so difficult, accessibility must be at the forefront of the travel agenda rather than treating disabled people as an afterthought. Its time the industry is forced to act says ⁦⁦ @Tanni_GT ⁩

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TANNI GREY-THOMPSON demands more help for disabled travellers

Victoria Brignell (pictured), who is paralysed from the neck down and a wheelchair user, was stuck in her seat for an hour and a half before she was helped off the BA jet at Gatwick

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We don’t have a dedicated Minister for Disabled people. We have a junior Minister covering disability issues as part of a wider brief. This matters and disabled people deserve better than this.

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Anger as Sunak scraps dedicated minister for disabled people

No 10 will pass responsibilities to an existing member of government, which charities say is ‘retrograde move’

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