Canadian Pleads Guilty to Aiding Suicide via Poison Kits
Kenneth Law pleaded guilty to 14 counts of aiding suicide after mailing lethal chemicals to over 100 people worldwide, prompting calls for a public inquiry in the UK.
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Heatwaves Deadly for Disabled Without AC
Disabled and chronically ill people are disproportionately affected by heatwaves, unable to afford air conditioning. Urgent action needed for cool spaces and sustainable housing.
Blue Badge Eligibility: Full List and Appeal Guide
Discover who automatically qualifies for a Blue Badge, how to apply, and steps to appeal if your application is denied. Full guide from DWP rules.
NDIS Cuts: 241,000 Participants to Be Removed in Four Years
New modelling reveals 241,000 people will be removed from the NDIS under new eligibility rules. Plus, Blues win State of Origin, Trump accuses Iran of stalling, and more.
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NDIS Rules to Cut 240,000 Participants by 2031
Internal modelling shows 241,000 NDIS participants will be exited by mid-2031 under new eligibility rules, with cuts to community participation funding saving $13.2bn.
Boy with Tourette's blocked from BA flight for shouting bomb
A 13-year-old boy with Tourette syndrome was removed from a British Airways flight by armed police after shouting 'bomb' at the gate, sparking discrimination claims.
Families Rescue UK Care Home After Management Failures
Families of adults with learning disabilities saved William Blake House from bankruptcy after uncovering £1.5m tax debt and management failures, leading to a rescue plan.
NDIS Overhaul Risks Isolation, Royal Commissioner Warns
Alastair McEwin, former disability royal commissioner, warns Labor's NDIS cuts will increase isolation and segregation, as government's own reform advisers issue brutal assessment.
Blind Pop Producer Sues Music Firm Over Disability Support
Robin Millar, blind pop producer and disability campaigner, takes legal action against his former company Blue Raincoat Music for alleged failure to provide workplace support after cancer surgery.
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Bromley Council Faulted for Care Gap in Dispute
Bromley Council apologised and paid £250 after failing to provide care for a disabled woman for two weeks while locked in a dispute with two other councils over responsibility.
Canada Urges Probe into Plasma Donor Death
Advocates call for new investigation into Rodiyat Alabede's death after plasma donation, citing lax safety protocols and systemic issues at Grifols facilities.
NDIS Cuts: Visual Impairment, Psychosocial Disability, Down Syndrome Hit Hardest
Government analysis reveals proposed NDIS funding cuts would disproportionately affect Australians with visual impairment, psychosocial disability, and Down's syndrome, with social budgets halved by 2027.
Two Men Stabbed in North London Street Fight
Two men, aged 23 and 24, were rushed to hospital after a stabbing during a street fight in Upper Street, Islington. Their injuries are not life-threatening.
Paraplegic Graduate's Viral Walk Sparks Accessibility Call
After a truck accident left him paralyzed, Jaiden Picot crossed his graduation stage in a robotic exoskeleton. Now he advocates for greater accessibility for wheelchair users.
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Woman disabled after defibrillator delay sues NHS
Meg Fozzard suffered a brain injury after an eight-minute defibrillator delay during cardiac arrest. She has received an undisclosed settlement from London Ambulance Service.
Australia Budget 2026: NDIS Cuts Save $36bn
Australia's 2026 federal budget includes $36.2bn in NDIS savings through eligibility changes, 669 staff cuts at NDIA, and new provider registration requirements.
Cruise Line Waives Fees for Disabled Passenger's Carers
A family faced discriminatory charges from Royal Caribbean for changing carers' names on a cruise for their disabled son. After intervention, fees were waived.
Back Injury Transforms Sex Life: Pillows, Grabber Tool
Shelby, 45, shares a week of intimate moments with her husband despite a herniated disc. From using pillows to a grabber tool for her vibrator, they adapt and stay connected.
Deaf London EMT Discovers Hearing Loss After Pandemic
Zoe Cox, an EMT with London Ambulance Service, discovered her severe hearing loss only when face masks became mandatory during the pandemic. She found support in deaf paramedic Richard Webb Stevens.
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Lorraine Ribbons, Disability Rights Activist, Dies at 72
Lorraine Ribbons, a trailblazing disability rights activist who campaigned for accessibility and inclusion, has died aged 72. Her legacy includes landmark legislation.
250 Beagles Rescued from Wisconsin Facility
Over 250 beagles were rescued from a Wisconsin breeding facility in the largest dog bust in U.S. history. The dogs were living in deplorable conditions.
London Aquatics Centre Accused of Failing Disabled Members
The London Aquatics Centre, iconic from the 2012 Olympics, faces criticism over poor maintenance and disabled access issues under operator Everyone Active.
Police Sergeant Sacked for Mocking Katie Price's Son
A Greater Manchester Police sergeant was dismissed for mocking disabled people, including Katie Price's son Harvey, in WhatsApp messages. The panel found her comments discriminatory.
Soaps Need Autistic Women for Authentic Representation
British soaps lack autistic female characters, missing a crucial opportunity to represent autistic women and girls. A late-diagnosed journalist shares how this gap affected her life and calls for change.
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Disabled Britons Face Rising Abuse Over Blue Badges
Disabled people using blue badges report increased harassment, including verbal abuse and physical intimidation, as anti-benefits rhetoric grows. Many face accusations of faking disabilities.
Prison Officer with PTSD Wins £82,000
An army veteran with PTSD was sacked from his prison officer job after 98 sick days. An employment tribunal ruled unfair dismissal, awarding £82,000.
Mother Fears Son's Bullying Over Cleft Lip Like Hers
Stacey Hussell, born with a cleft lip, fears her son Dylan will face the same bullying she endured. She shares her journey and her mission to change perceptions.
Disabled pensioner 'prisoner' in home as mice 'run wild'
Jacquie Gilmartin, 67, says she feels 'tortured' by a mouse infestation in her Waterloo flat that Southwark Council has failed to resolve since 2023.
FIFA Criticised for Accessible Seating Ticket Policies
Disability rights groups criticise FIFA's accessible seating ticket policies, citing lack of transparency and high prices for disabled fans.
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NDIS Cuts Spark Fears Among Australian Families
Australian families fear financial ruin as NDIS cuts threaten support for children with autism. The government's planned reductions could leave vulnerable individuals without essential therapies.
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