A woman held in 'Dickensian' servitude for 25 years by Amanda Wixon in Gloucestershire describes her trauma as her abuser receives a 13-year prison sentence. The case raises serious questions about social services' oversight.
A foster carer describes the harrowing recovery of a woman enslaved for 25 years in Tewkesbury, detailing her trauma and slow healing process after the abuser's conviction.
A Lincolnshire couple has transformed a seven-acre site into a specialized racetrack and park where disabled dogs learn to use wheelchairs and live active lives.
A disabled woman in South London has been awarded £3,750 compensation after Kingston Council delayed installing a stairlift in her home for 20 months, causing significant pain and distress.
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A photojournalist's sudden hearing loss at 56 reveals healthcare gaps and leads to a transformative journey through ASL, identity, and advocacy for accessibility.
A woman known as EGZ is suing multiple councils and the Metropolitan Police, alleging they failed to protect her from sexual exploitation by older gang-linked men during her childhood.
Charity Refuge leads demonstration outside Parliament, highlighting £55.5 million funding gap for domestic abuse shelters as government launches new strategy.
Hackney Council acknowledges shortcomings in adult social care after a damning CQC assessment reveals assessment delays of up to two years and service deficiencies.
A predatory driver who posed as a cabbie has been sentenced to 13 years for forcing his way into a woman's home and raping her in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
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A man faces manslaughter charges six years after a woman's suicide, with prosecutors alleging domestic abuse contributed to her death in Bexley, London.
Lauren Davidson, diagnosed with Tourette's and autism, discusses how media portrayal of the condition creates setbacks in public understanding, while celebrating her Apprentice of the Year award.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals that Blue Badge holders can now qualify for the Disabled Persons Railcard, offering significant savings on rail fares with expanded eligibility criteria.
Saturday Night Live has been condemned by Tourette's Action for a sketch that parodied celebrities claiming Tourette's syndrome. The charity calls it unacceptable mockery of a neurological condition.
The UK National Film and Television School has launched a new program to spotlight students with disabilities, aiming to increase diversity and accessibility in the media industry.
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Marcus, a Labrador retriever, was deemed too lazy for guide dog duties but discovered his true purpose as a therapy animal, bringing comfort and joy to those in need.
Legal investigation launched into whether Allan Davies was exposed to asbestos at Quaker Oats factory in Southall, where he worked for 32 years before dying of mesothelioma.
A Tower Hamlets man has been sentenced to over five years in prison for leaking private sexual images online and blackmailing his victim, in a case described by police as 'some of the worst abuse' they have seen.
Labour's Send reforms aim to transform special educational needs support by promoting inclusion in mainstream schools, with funding for 60,000 additional places and tailored support. Critics debate costs, but the value of disabled and non-disabled pupils
Nada Itrab was kidnapped at age nine from Spain to Bolivia, enduring nine months of abuse and forced labor in the rainforest. Now a law student, she campaigns against child trafficking and seeks justice.
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Jean Wilson, co-founder of the charity Sightsavers, passed away at 103. She dedicated her life to combating blindness and promoting education for blind children globally.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey has accused a trustee of William Blake House care home of embezzling £1 million, calling for urgent intervention to prevent closure of the specialist facility for adults with severe learning disabilities.
The Charity Commission has initiated a formal inquiry into the management of a children's care home, citing concerns over governance and safeguarding practices.
Payzee Malika shares her harrowing journey from forced marriage at 16 to becoming an activist after her sister's honor killing. Her story highlights the ongoing fight against child marriage in the UK.
The family of Nancy Guthrie, missing for over three weeks, has announced a $1 million reward for her recovery, with Savannah Guthrie pleading for information on Instagram.
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UK households could receive up to £4,495 annually from the DWP if they provide care for at least 35 hours weekly. The Carer's Allowance rate increases in April.
A 26-year-old wheelchair user from Croydon reveals how supermarket self-checkouts are too high to reach, preventing her from paying for groceries independently and highlighting widespread accessibility failures.
A Guardian Australia investigation reveals Serco-run NDIS call centres are failing vulnerable participants due to inadequate training, high pressure, and profit-driven metrics, risking health and safety.
A woman shares her harrowing journey of domestic abuse, being blamed for miscarriage, and overcoming No Recourse to Public Funds restrictions to rebuild her life in the UK with support from charities.
Thousands of UK residents may qualify for Blue Badge parking permits without claiming disability benefits like PIP, as eligibility now includes hidden conditions such as autism and anxiety.
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A major UK study reveals that declining remote job opportunities could undermine efforts to reduce unemployment among disabled workers, who report significant health benefits from flexible arrangements.
