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UN complaint puts ILF closure under international microscope

By John Pring on 27th March 2015 Category: Independent Living

UN complaint puts ILF closure under international microscope
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Disabled people have asked the United Nations to investigate the government’s decision to shut down the Independent Living Fund (ILF). In a written complaint lodged this week, they say the decision to close ILF to new members in December 2010 – […]

Stevens comes out fighting in battle with anti-cuts activists

By John Pring on 27th March 2015 Category: Activism and Campaigning

Stevens comes out fighting in battle with anti-cuts activists
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A disabled activist and consultant has attempted to explain the aggressive tactics he has used to attack the anti-cuts campaigners he blames for hijacking the disability agenda. Simon Stevens has talked in depth to Disability News Service about his frustration at […]

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