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Government’s long-awaited accessible housing plan ‘does not go far enough’

By John Pring on 4th August 2022 Category: Housing

Government’s long-awaited accessible housing plan ‘does not go far enough’
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A long-awaited government promise to introduce stricter minimum accessibility standards on new homes does not go far enough, say disabled campaigners. Ministers have now pledged to introduce new rules that will force all new homes in England to be built to […]

Disabled campaigners call for Liverpool to set example by ending care charges

By John Pring on 16th December 2021 Category: Independent Living

Disabled campaigners call for Liverpool to set example by ending care charges
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A disabled activist who fought a successful care charges campaign 20 years ago is calling on her council to abandon “immoral” plans to increase charges, and instead set an example for other local authorities by making care and support free for […]

UN day of disabled people: Activists fight purple campaign’s ‘hijack’ of rights day

By John Pring on 6th December 2018 Category: Activism and Campaigning

UN day of disabled people: Activists fight purple campaign’s ‘hijack’ of rights day
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Disabled activists have fought back against what they say are attempts by the government and big business to “hijack” the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities through their support for a purple-themed campaign that focuses on disability employment. The #PurpleLightUp […]

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