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WinVisible campaign success eases Taxicard concerns, but problems remain

By Tom McDonough on 17th November 2022 Category: Transport

WinVisible campaign success eases Taxicard concerns, but problems remain
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By Tom McDonough Disabled people who are waiting for an overdue review of their disability benefits can now continue to use subsidised taxis in London, thanks to a successful challenge by a disabled women’s organisation. The Taxicard system had been telling […]

Research shows impact of ILF closure on London councils

By John Pring on 28th June 2018 Category: Independent Living

Research shows impact of ILF closure on London councils
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One in three London councils have cut the care packages of more than a third of disabled people who were previously receiving support from the Independent Living Fund (ILF), following its closure, according to new research. The user-led research shows a […]

Councils’ funding cut would be ‘massive blow’, say London DPOs

By John Pring on 4th December 2015 Category: Activism and Campaigning

Councils’ funding cut would be ‘massive blow’, say London DPOs
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Vital funding used to enable disabled people’s organisations (DPOs) in London to survive and thrive is set to be scrapped, after politicians over-ruled the expert advice of their own officials. The grants committee of the umbrella organisation London Councils has recommended […]

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