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What happens if I go over or under on my NDIS plan? And what do shorter funding periods mean for me?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is undergoing another round of major reforms.

The Conversation

Chris Packham backs call for delayed report into autistic deaths to be published

The latest Learning from lives and deaths report (LeDeR) has been held up due to ‘practical data issues’.

Evening Standard

DWP reveals deadline for thousands of benefit claimants owed compensation after court battle

Over 10,000 people with ‘complex’ cases are still waiting for a payment

The Independent UK

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How OT Reports Can Impact Court Decisions

Occupational therapy (OT) reports are a critical component in medico-legal cases, particularly when assessing the impact of injuries or disabilities on a person's ability to perform daily activities

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Labour MP suspended for opposing disability cuts will keep speaking for ‘invisible in society’

Rachael Maskell, one of four Labour MPs to lose whip, stands by actions and says party needs to be ‘broad church that listens to each other’

The Guardian - UK

Israeli demolition threat looms over vital Jenin disability rehab centre

Al-Jaleel NGO provides vital aid to disabled Palestinians but faces demolition under Israeli military plans in Jenin.

Al Jazeera

Design and Disability at the V&A is a rich, thought-provoking exhibition

One of the first things to greet visitors at the V&A’s new Design and Disability exhibition is a striking blue bench by artist Finnegan Shannon titled, Do You Want Us Here Or Not? This exhibit is a response to the often inadequate seating in museums, which not only acts as…

The Conversation

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UK taskforce calls for disability training for all airline and airport staff

Report led by former Paralympian Tanni Grey-Thompson warns of ‘sometimes catastrophic’ treatment of passengers

The Guardian - UK

Aviation staff need disability training, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson says

The Paralympian and crossbench peer said the 19 recommendations put forward by her taskforce should be ‘turned into action’.

The Independent UK

Social Security Offices Are Facing Backlogs—What It Means for You

Social Security offices across the country are facing serious backlogs. If you need help with retirement, disability, or survivor benefits, you might wait longer than you expect. These delays can affect your finances, your plans, and your peace of mind. Many people rely on Social Security for essential income, so…

The Free Financial Advisor

Disabled people want to live a full life. Instead, we’re forced to scrap over our right to food and a wash

Britain’s political and media class advocate policies that leave disabled people hungry and dirty. Why are we expected to settle for this, asks Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK

Kazakhstan hosts Virtus World Basketball Championships as athletes push for Paralympic inclusion

Kazakhstan became the first Asian country to host the Virtus World Basketball Championships for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Held in Astana, the tournament brought together teams from 11 countries.

Euronews

UK ministers urged to pass bill protecting DEI whistleblowers

Legislation would compel employers of more than 250 workers to reveal disability and ethnicity pay gaps

The Guardian - UK

Producer of The Office regrets jokes made by Ricky Gervais about his disability

At Ash Atalla’s insistence, Gervais poked fun at producer’s use of a wheelchair at 2001 British Comedy Awards

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Evening Standard

The Office producer discusses jokes Ricky Gervais made about his disability

Ash Atalla said he felt ‘good about it at the time’.

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Conjoined Twin Influencer Reveals Surprise Wedding To Boyfriend In Intimate Ceremony

We do get some nasty comments. A lot of people aren’t used to people with disabilities setting boundaries or creating boundaries when it comes to their disability.

The National (Scotland)

Commitment and communication: How St Mirren are driving matchday inclusivity

St Mirren DLO Stuart McCabe on the importance of having a club open to making the matchday experience inclusive for people with all types of…

The National (Scotland)

The key to making Celtic 'a club open to all'? Listening to disabled supporters

Disability Access Officer Alexis Dobbin says listening to disabled fans has been key to improving Celtic Park's facilities, and explains what can…

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How Rangers put their disabled supporters at the heart of the Ibrox experience

Rangers Disability Access Officer John Speirs explains how Ibrox's wheelchair platform has changed lives and why accessibility is at the heart of…

The National (Scotland)

Councillor calls on Scottish Government to fund disabled facilities in stadiums

Councillor and accessibility campaigner Kayleigh Kinross O'Neill wants the government to set minimum standards for disabled facilities in football.

International Business Times UK

Ex-California Cop on 'Disability Leave' Caught Partying, travelling Now State Wants $600k Back

Former San Ramon officer Nicole Brown is accused of fraudulently collecting nearly $600,000 in disability benefits while posting videos of vacations, ziplining and festivals. California authorities are now seeking repayment.

Euronews

Across the Alps by wheelchair: How two athletes defied terrain, heat and disability

The 18-day journey coincided with a heatwave that brought temperatures of nearly 40°C to Switzerland and Italy.

The Independent UK

Gregg Wallace ‘banned from working at the BBC’

Former ‘MasterChef’ host also received criticism from disability charities after appearing to link his alleged misconduct with a recent autism diagnosis

The Guardian - UK

Term ‘disabled’ in danger of losing all meaning, says Badenoch

Tory party leader used speech to criticise size of welfare state and call for restrictions on disability benefits

The Independent UK

What disability benefit claimants need to know about Labour’s new welfare plans

After major concessions, there are still key changes to be aware of

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