Pupil's £13k electric wheelchair dream realised
A Mansfield teacher's fundraising campaign, boosted by Jason Manford, has raised over £13,000 for a pupil's electric wheelchair, transforming his school independence. Read the heartwarming story.
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easyJet flight halted over 'dead passenger' claims
An easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick was dramatically stopped after cabin crew suspected an elderly passenger was dead. The airline and passengers give conflicting accounts of the shocking incident.
Scots pavement parking worsens despite 2023 ban
New data reveals pavement parking incidents in Scotland have risen since the 2023 ban. Campaigners demand councils enforce the law to protect pedestrians and wheelchair users.
Sheffield Girl Thrives with Autism Assistance Dog Ivanhoe
Scarlette Hudson, 12, missed half her junior school but now attends full-time thanks to her autism assistance dog, Ivanhoe. The pair won Client Partnership of the Year from Sheffield's Support Dogs charity.
Guide dog puppies train at Bristol Airport
Five future guide dogs experienced the sights and sounds of Bristol Airport in a special training visit. Learn how this prepares them for life-changing work and how the airport supports assistance dogs.
AA's new app aims to speed up breakdown rescue
The AA has launched a new app to make breakdowns less stressful. Drivers can now report issues digitally, share their exact GPS location, and get help faster, even on dark country roads.
Trevor Mountford wins Puppy Socialiser of the Year award
Trevor Mountford from Doncaster has been honoured as Puppy Socialiser of the Year by Support Dogs for nurturing puppies into life-changing autism assistance dogs. Discover how you can volunteer.
Breakdown cover drops to just £15 a year
Motorists can get comprehensive roadside assistance, home start and national recovery for just £15 annually in a new Wowcher deal, saving 69% on typical costs. Find out how to secure this essential cover.
How a phone tap now gets you breakdown help in 3.5 mins
Breakdown assistance in the UK is now faster and clearer thanks to new app-based services. Drivers can report a fault in under 3.5 minutes and track help in real-time. Discover the digital revolution on the roadside.
AA's new app uses GPS to find you faster in a breakdown
The AA has launched a new app feature that uses your smartphone's GPS to pinpoint your exact location during a breakdown, helping patrols reach you faster. Discover how it works and what else the app offers.
Birmingham's inaccessible streets shock wheelchair user
A wheelchair user's distressing journey through Birmingham city centre exposes serious accessibility failures. Discover the urgent need for change in our streets.
Sheffield teen wins award for disability advocacy work
Aroob Haroon, 15, from Sheffield, triumphs at Youth Awards despite personal adversity. Her powerful question about wheelchair representation inspires change. Read her incredible story.
Wheelchair user's fall prompts pavement parking ban demand
A disabled Birmingham mother demands pavement parking ban after falling from wheelchair into road during school run. Join the campaign for safer streets.
Man sold lethal chemical online for £100
Miles Cross admitted encouraging suicide by selling a lethal chemical for £100. Two people died. He will be sentenced in January. Read the full story.
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.
Mandatory Speed Limiters Coming to UK Cars
New EU regulations requiring mandatory speed limiters in all new vehicles could soon affect British drivers, despite Brexit. Discover how Intelligent Speed Assistance technology works and when it might arrive on UK roads.
Disabled vet nears end of 874-mile Poppy Appeal walk
Former RAF veteran Samantha Grundy, who uses a wheelchair, approaches the final miles of her extraordinary 874-mile journey across Britain to raise funds for the Poppy Appeal, inspiring communities nationwide.
DWP's £3,500 cost of living payments arrive
Thousands of households across the UK are receiving unexpected £3,500 payments from the DWP to help combat rising living costs. Discover if you qualify for this crucial financial assistance.
Mandatory Speed Limiters for All New UK Cars from 2026
Groundbreaking vehicle safety regulations will require all new cars in Britain to be fitted with intelligent speed assistance technology from July 2026, dramatically changing how we drive.
Caerphilly Support Team Transforms Resident's Life
Discover the inspiring story of how Caerphilly's dedicated Floating Support Service provided warmth, comfort and life-changing assistance to a local resident facing overwhelming challenges.
Millions of UK drivers want modern car safety tech
Exclusive research reveals millions of British motorists are questioning why their vehicles lack advanced safety technology already available on newer models. Discover the features drivers want most and why the adoption gap exists.
Mystery high-vis man sparks police appeal in Birmingham
West Midlands Police release CCTV footage of unidentified man in high-vis jacket seen scaling building near New Street station, appealing for public assistance in curious case.
New vehicle tech becomes mandatory for UK drivers
Revolutionary safety technology including Intelligent Speed Assistance will become compulsory on all new vehicles sold in Britain from July 2026, dramatically changing how we drive.
BA faces fury over 'disgraceful' wheelchair access failures
Exclusive: BA under fire as disabled passengers reveal shocking treatment, including being carried like luggage and left stranded for hours at Heathrow.
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