DWP PIP and DLA Claimants Face 50% VED Reduction
DWP warns PIP claimants will undergo entitlement checks for VED reductions. DVLA plans digital service by 2028 for standard rate PIP recipients, ensuring 50% tax cut.
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All Together NOW! marks 21 years with £20k lottery grant
Liverpool's trailblazing health and disability newspaper All Together NOW! celebrates its 21st anniversary with a £20,000 Big Lottery Community Fund grant to help cover rising costs.
UK's first disabled children's play centre under construction
Construction is underway on the UK's first dedicated play and exercise facility for disabled children, located near Bristol. The Gympanzees centre will feature 10 rooms including sensory areas and a gym.
Historic Halesowen Pub to Become Adult Care Centre
Plans to convert the 500-year-old Olde Queen's Head in Halesowen into a day centre and supported living for adults with learning difficulties have been submitted.
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DWP quietly changes PIP: award lengths, assessments, decisions
The DWP has made three under-the-radar changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP), affecting award lengths, assessments, and decision-making processes for 3.9 million claimants.
DWP Adjusts Disability Benefits: New LCWRA Payment Tiers
The DWP has restructured LCWRA disability payments, creating two tiers. Only those with severe lifelong conditions or terminal illness qualify for the higher £429.80 rate.
DWP PIP Trial for 150,000 Claimants Called 'Recipe for Disaster'
The DWP is trialling changes to PIP assessments for 150,000 claimants, shifting decisions from healthcare staff to civil servants, sparking fears of inaccurate decisions.
Hindley Station Volunteers Honoured for Inclusive Rail Travel
Volunteers at Hindley station were celebrated during Volunteers' Week for helping people with additional needs travel confidently, reducing social isolation, and improving accessibility.
Birmingham Disability Support Service for Children Expands
A vital service supporting children with learning disabilities and autism in Birmingham and Solihull is set to expand after receiving £380,000 in funding.
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Oldbury SEND School Strike: Council Investigates Safety
Sandwell Council breaks silence as The Orchard SEND school in Oldbury faces strike action over health, safety, and pay issues. Up to 90 staff to strike on June 2.
Woman Rescued from Hanley Park Lake in Emergency
A woman was rescued from a lake in Hanley Park, Stoke-on-Trent, after a major emergency response involving police, fire, and ambulance services.
Birmingham Man Jailed for Rape and Controlling Behaviour
A Birmingham man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for rape and controlling behaviour against his ex-partner, with an extended licence period.
Autistic Boy's Life Transformed by Support Dog Davey
A non-verbal autistic boy's life has been transformed by his support dog Davey, who provides safety, comfort, and a newfound sense of freedom for the family.
Birmingham Club Inclusive Sessions Launch
A Birmingham club introduces inclusive sessions to welcome people of all abilities, promoting community participation and accessibility in sports and social activities.
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Liverpool's First Wheelchair-User Lord Mayor Champions Accessibility
Liverpool's new Lord Mayor, Councillor William Shortall, the city's first wheelchair user in the role, prioritises inclusion and accessibility, selecting Greenbank Project as his charity.
DWP Claimants Fear Rejections After Access to Work Change
The DWP plans to hire 500 staff to clear the Access to Work backlog, sparking fears of faster rejections. Critics say a faster no is still a no, while charities welcome the move.
DWP Confirms £53 Lower Universal Credit Payments
The DWP has confirmed that Universal Credit claimants with limited work capacity will receive £53 less per week under new rules, with a lower rate frozen until 2030.
DWP Lists 12 Conditions for £187 Weekly PIP Payments
The DWP has confirmed 12 medical conditions that qualify households for up to £187 per week in PIP benefits. Learn the full list and award lengths.
Morrisons First UK Supermarket to Install Sanitary Bins in Men's Toilets
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to install sanitary bins in men's toilets, improving accessibility and dignity for men with incontinence.
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Woman with long Covid and heart failure gets assistance dog Jeff
Emma Reardon, 53, from Carmarthen, who has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, long Covid, and heart failure, says her disability assistance dog Jeff, trained by Support Dogs, has transformed her life.
Blue Badges Widened: 55,000 More Qualify with Anxiety or ADHD
Blue Badge permits for hidden disabilities like anxiety and ADHD have tripled, with 55,000 issued last year. Critics call for tighter checks amid abuse concerns.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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