TfL's Dial-a-Ride Service Leaves Vulnerable Londoners Stranded
Elderly and disabled Londoners report frequent journey cancellations on TfL's free door-to-door service, with driver shortages and digital barriers exacerbating isolation.
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Masseuse Charged with 55 Sexual Offences in Northumberland
A 72-year-old masseuse from Alnwick has been charged with 55 sexual offences against 14 women, including attempted rape and sexual assault by penetration. He will appear in court next month.
London Mum Makes 600 Eid Gift Bags for Hospital Kids
Halima Kassam, while caring for her son with a rare kidney disease, organizes gift bags for every child in hospital during Ramadan to combat isolation.
Disabled Arsenal Fan on Matchday Inclusivity
Thomas Clements, a lifelong Arsenal fan with cerebral palsy, details the careful planning and support from the club's disability liaison team that enables him to attend games, highlighting efforts for inclusivity in football.
Arsenal's Inclusive Matchday Experience for Disabled Fans
Arsenal Football Club collaborates with Game Day Vision and Alan March Sport to enhance accessibility for disabled supporters, offering specialized commentary and assistance services.
New Partner Aids in Care for Disabled Husband, Faces Vow Criticism
Amanda Robinson, 39, navigates a unique family dynamic after her husband's brain injury, with her new partner Josh assisting in caregiving while facing online backlash about marriage vows.
Families Bid to Take Over Care Home in Financial Crisis
Families of residents at William Blake House, a specialist care home for adults with severe learning disabilities, are attempting a takeover as the charity faces closure due to tax debts and governance issues.
Para-Athlete Faces Jail for Disability Fraud in £2.4m MoD Claim
Former soldier Debbie O'Connell, a gold medal-winning para-athlete, could be imprisoned for contempt of court after being found 'fundamentally dishonest' in a £2.4 million damages claim against the Ministry of Defence.
Birth Certificates Give Hope to Children in Bangladesh Brothels
In Daulatdia, Bangladesh, a landmark campaign has secured birth certificates for 400 children born in brothels, enabling access to education and citizenship rights after decades of invisibility.
NHS Asked Teen to Tell Deaf Mum Her Father Was Dying
A report by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman found NHS staff used a teenage boy to inform his deaf mother about her father's critical condition, highlighting failures in interpreter access.
Disabled Driver Beaten After Seizure Crash, Police Arrest Suspect
A disabled driver with epilepsy was allegedly dragged from his car and beaten after crashing into a tree during a seizure near Northfleet, Kent. Police arrested a 47-year-old man on suspicion of attempted grievous bodily harm.
Commissioner Calls for Ban on Harmful Online Ads Targeting Kids
A new report reveals over half of girls see ads for fillers and Botox, with 41% of teens exposed to prescription weight loss drugs online, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
Carer Must Sell Home After Stealing £300k and Fleeing to Tenerife
A carer who stole nearly £300,000 from an elderly woman and fled to Tenerife has been ordered to sell her home to repay the stolen funds, after being jailed in absentia for fraud and theft.
Fostering Reform Plans Unveiled Amid Profit Concerns
The UK government has announced new plans to reshape fostering, aiming to recruit more carers and improve support systems, while critics warn about excessive private sector profits.
Hackney Council Slammed for 2-Year Care Assessment Delays
The Care Quality Commission has found Hackney Council's adult social care services require improvement, with some residents waiting up to two years for assessments and facing communication issues.
Bromley Council Challenges CQC Adult Social Care Rating
Bromley Council has formally requested a review of its CQC adult social care assessment, citing scoring inconsistencies and factual errors in the report that gave it a 'Requires Improvement' rating.
Urgent Search for Missing 12-Year-Old Boy and 14-Year-Old Girl
Kent Police are urgently searching for Riley Cook, 12, and Evie May Dixon, 14, who went missing from Medway and are believed to be in London. Riley was last seen in Kings Cross.
Joy Davies: Disability Rights Pioneer Dies
Tributes pour in for Joy Davies, a trailblazing disability rights campaigner whose work transformed accessibility in public spaces and inspired a generation of activists.
Mobility in Motion Partners with Car Makers on Adapt & Drive
Mobility in Motion launches Adapt & Drive scheme with Kia, Nissan, and Vauxhall to simplify adapted vehicle ownership, addressing frustrations revealed in a nationwide survey of disabled drivers.
Scope Awards 2026 Nominees Announced
The full list of nominees for the 2026 Scope Awards has been revealed, featuring stars from Celebrity Traitors and Wicked among 38 shortlisted individuals and organisations championing disability equality.
NDIS Changes Spark Fear for Families' Support
Major reforms to Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme are causing anxiety among participants and their families, who worry about losing crucial personalised care.
Mother's Plea to Bring Son Home from Thailand
A mother from Milton Keynes tearfully begs for help to repatriate her son, Tiger Duggan, who suffered life-threatening injuries in a Thai motorbike crash.
NDIS Reforms: Make or Break Moment Explored in Podcast
A new podcast episode delves into the pivotal reforms facing Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme, analysing whether changes will strengthen or undermine the system.
Families Fear Cuts as NDIS Changes Loom
Australian families express deep concerns about potential cuts to support services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme as new reforms are proposed.
Florida English Driving Test Sparks Debate
Florida's new English-only driving test policy raises concerns about accessibility and safety for non-English speakers, sparking a debate on language requirements.
Australia's Social Media Ban Risks Isolating Disabled Kids
Advocacy groups caution that Australia's proposed social media ban could isolate children with disabilities, who rely on online platforms for connection and support.
Council pays £900 over adoption complaint failures
A South London couple has received £900 compensation after Lewisham Council mishandled their adoption complaint, causing distress and delays in the process.
Stalker Threatened to Kidnap and Dismember Girl
A stalker from Manchester threatened to kidnap, kill, and send body parts of a 13-year-old Wirral girl to her mother after a six-month campaign of terror in 2015.
Nigerian Couple Fights Infanticide, Gains Global Support
A Nigerian couple is leading a courageous campaign to combat infanticide in their community, drawing international awareness to this critical human rights issue.
Boy, 4, with Cerebral Palsy Runs 100 Miles for School
Jacob Fallows, a four-year-old with cerebral palsy, has completed a 158km running challenge throughout January, raising over £1,100 for his primary school in Bow, Devon.
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