The government has agreed to fund former users of the Independent Living Fund (ILF) in England for the next four years, following months of campaigning pressure from disabled activists.
Disabled campaigners have expressed alarm after work began on a huge new "care village" for autistic adults, despite concerns raised by the local council.
A bus driver left a disabled woman in tears after allegedly shouting and swearing at her boyfriend when he asked for the ramp to be lowered to help her get on board.
Why do successive Governments hate the voluntary sector so much?
The practice of sending mentally ill adults in England long distances for care is unacceptable and must end, a report by experts says.
The Disability Benefits Consortium (DBC) has responded to this consultation, which sought views on changing the way that aids and appliances are taken into account when determining entitlement to the daily living component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The DBC is a national coalition of over 60 different charities committed to working towards a fair benefits system. Using its knowledge, experience and direct contact with disabled people, family and carers, it seeks to ensure Government policy reflects and meets the needs of all disabled people. Disability Rights UK is a member of the DBC View DBC consultation response View original consultation The review asked for comments on the following options for reform, all of which would result in less PIP being awarded: Option one A lump sum payment for claimants who meet or exceed the eligibility point threshold for the daily living component but score all of their points from aids and appliances. The value of this lump sum could be less than the cumulativ
